1980 Topps Dan Fouts #160
Dan Fouts · Topps · Base - Hall of Fame
Player
Dan Fouts
Set
1980 Topps Football
Year
1980
Card #
#160
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) to PSA 7 (Near Mint). Centering appears slightly shifted left-to-right (approx 65/35). Surface looks clean, but corners show minor softening characteristic of vintage card stock.
Category
Base - Hall of Fame
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Stable market as a vintage Hall of Fame base card. Higher demand during the NFL season.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 6: $15-20, PSA 7: $25-35, PSA 8: $75-90
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $4 to $10 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies have recently sold for $30, while PSA 8 copies have seen a jump to $85+.
Description
This 1980 Topps Dan Fouts card features the legendary San Diego Chargers Hall of Fame quarterback in his classic yellow and blue uniform. The design is iconic of the era, featuring a green 'Chargers' banner and a red 'QB' circle at the top. The image shows Fouts dropped back in the pocket during a game, with a station wagon visible in the background, a quirky hallmark of 1980s sideline photography.
Key Features
Hall of Fame player, classic 1980 design, high demand among Chargers team collectors and HOF completionists.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct vintage chipboard card stock, 'dot' pattern printing consistent with 1980 offset lithography, proper color saturation. High confidence in authenticity; this card is rarely faked due to its mid-range value.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias. Minor corner wear on the bottom left and top right. Topps cards from 1980 are prone to 'snow' (white print specks), though this example appears relatively clean.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay or COMC. It would also sell well in a 'Hall of Fame' or 'Chargers' bargain bin at a local card show.
Selling Tips
Due to the cost of grading ($19+), this specific card is likely not worth grading unless it is flawsless (PSA 9+). Sell it 'raw' in a penny sleeve and top loader. Use keywords like 'Hall of Fame', 'San Diego Chargers', and 'Vintage Football'.