Publisher: Now Comics
Cover Date: July 1987
Cover Price: $1.50
Writer: Len Strazewski
Penciller: Gary Thomas Washington
Cover Artist: Ken Steacy
First Appearance: Speed Racer (in U.S. comic)
Speed Racer (1987) #1 FAQ
How much is Speed Racer (1987) #1 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $10.00; lower grades range from ~$1.00 (Good) to ~$7.00 (Very Fine).
Is Speed Racer (1987) #1 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Speed Racer (in U.S. comic).
Who created Speed Racer (1987) #1?
Speed Racer (1987) #1 was written by Len Strazewski, pencilled by Gary Thomas Washington, with a cover by Ken Steacy.
When was Speed Racer (1987) #1 published?
Now Comics published it with a July 1987 cover date, originally priced at $1.50.
What is a high-grade copy of Speed Racer (1987) #1 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $10.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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