1990 Topps The Simpsons Series 1 #80 'This Is The Life, Man!'
Bart Simpson · Topps · Non-Sports Base Card
Player
Bart Simpson
Set
1990 Topps The Simpsons Series 1
Year
1990
Card #
#80
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT) - Centering is favoring the left, corners show slight softening, and edges have minor chipping visible on the right side.
Category
Non-Sports Base Card
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - While this is a common base card, there is a steady market for vintage Simpsons memorabilia, though high volumes exist in the market.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $15-25, PSA 7: $30-40 (Note: Grading cost exceeds current market value for this specific grade).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw individual sales of this card range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Complete sets of 88 cards generally sell for $20.00 to $35.00 depending on condition. PSA 10 examples can fetch $100+, but lower grades see significantly less volume.
Description
This is card #80 from the iconic 1990 Topps Simpsons Series 1 set. The front features Bart Simpson lounging on the living room sofa with his catchphrase 'This Is The Life, Man!' displayed in a speech bubble. The artwork is presented in a classic TV-screen frame design with 'Matt Groening' signature printed on the bottom right. The copyright information at the bottom confirms the 1990 production by Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation and The Topps Company, Inc.
Key Features
Early appearance of Bart Simpson; Iconic 'TV' border design; First flagship Topps Simpsons set; High nostalgia value for 90s collectors.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic 1990 card stock; correct matte finish; distinct lithographic dot patterns consistent with 1990 Topps printing; correct copyright font and placement. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Noticeable left-to-right centering bias; minor corner wear on the top left; slight edge chipping along the bottom white border; likely some surface wear consistent with age and storage without a sleeve.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a set or bulk lot), COMC, or Mercari. This specific card is best sold as part of a complete 88-card set rather than as a single.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you believe it is a flawless PSA 10 candidate, as the grading fee will outweigh the resale value for mid-grades. List as '1990 Topps Simpsons Bart #80'. Use a penny sleeve and top loader for shipping via eBay Standard Envelope ($0.60 - $1.00) to keep costs low for the buyer.