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Captain America (1968) #324 – CGC 9.2 White Pages, 1st Slug Cameo (1986, Marvel Comics)

Captain America (1968) #324 – CGC 9.2 White Pages, 1st Slug Cameo (1986, Marvel Comics)

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Captain America (1968) #324 – CGC 9.2 White Pages, 1st Slug Cameo (1986, Marvel Comics)
Captain America (1968) #324 (December 1986), written by Mark Gruenwald with pencils by Paul Neary, inks by Vince Colletta, and cover art by Mike Zeck and John Beatty, is a significant Copper Age issue, graded CGC 9.2 (Near Mint-) with White Pages, ensuring excellent condition and paper quality. Titled “Speed Trap,” the story sees Captain America ambushed by Whirlwind and Trapster, sent by the Masters of Evil to delay him, at an Interstate 74 truckstop. Whirlwind, upgraded with buzzsaw weaponry by the Tinkerer, and Trapster, wielding a new “Lubricant Z,” aim to defeat Cap to boost their reputations. Cap overcomes their trap using his shield and a solvent, reaffirming his resolve to rebuild public trust after a controversial ULTIMATUM incident. Meanwhile, Nomad (Jack Monroe) in Miami infiltrates the Milky Way Club, owned by the drug dealer Slug (Ulysses X. Lugman), marking the villain’s first cameo appearance. The issue sets up Nomad’s hunt for Slug, tied to a personal mission. The Mike Zeck cover dynamically captures the truckstop battle.



Highlights
  • First cameo appearance of the Slug (Ulysses X. Lugman).
  • Captain America vs. Whirlwind and Trapster in a “Speed Trap.”
  • Tinkerer’s upgrade of Whirlwind’s weaponry.
  • Nomad’s undercover mission at Slug’s Milky Way Club.
  • CGC 9.2 White Pages, a high-grade collectible with pristine paper.
Value & Trends
  • Current: CGC 9.2 White Pages copies of Captain America #324 sell for $35–$50 on eBay, with raw NM copies at $5–$15 and VF at $3–$8, per recent listings for the 1st Slug cameo. CGC 9.8 copies fetch $80–$150, reflecting the issue’s key status. Newsstand editions, like one listed at $35 for CGC 9.2, may carry a slight premium due to scarcity. White Pages enhance value for condition-conscious collectors. [eBay sales data confirms $40 for a CGC 9.2 standard and $35 for a newsstand CGC 9.2.]

  • Trends: Captain America’s MCU prominence (Captain America: Brave New World, February 2025) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027) hype could drive 10–15% price hikes in 6–12 months, especially for key cameos like Slug. CGC 9.2 copies may hit $50–$75 in 2–3 years if Slug or Masters of Evil gain cinematic focus. Comic-Con 2025 news or Captain America reprints could boost demand. The Slug’s niche villain status limits speculative spikes compared to major debuts.
  • Market: Copper Age Captain America issues with first appearances (Slug), notable villains (Trapster, Whirlwind), and high CGC grades are valued by collectors. The White Pages and Zeck’s cover add appeal, particularly for slabbed copies.
Key Characters
  • Captain America (Steve Rogers): Hero overcoming a villainous trap.
  • Nomad (Jack Monroe): Undercover in Miami, targeting Slug.
  • Slug (Ulysses X. Lugman): Drug dealer in first cameo appearance.
  • Whirlwind (Dave Cannon): Upgraded villain allied with Trapster.
  • Trapster (Peter Petruski): Masters of Evil operative with new tech.
  • Tinkerer: Outfitting Whirlwind’s new weaponry.
Why Buy?
This CGC 9.2 White Pages Captain America #324 is a Copper Age key, featuring the first cameo of the Slug, a dynamic Trapster-Whirlwind battle, and Nomad’s gritty subplot. Gruenwald’s storytelling, Neary’s art, and Zeck’s iconic cover make it a must-have for Cap collectors. Its high grade and White Pages ensure lasting value. Grab it now before Captain America’s cinematic surge or Masters of Evil focus inflates prices!
Price: $35–$50 (CGC 9.2, White Pages); $80–$150 (CGC 9.8); $5–$15 (raw NM). High-grade slabbed copies hold top future value.
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