Hot Rod Comic Appraisal

Hot Rods and Racing Cars #117, April 1973 (Charlton Comics)

This is a vintage comic book titled 'Hot Rods and Racing Cars ...with Clint Curtis and the Road Knights,' published by Charlton Comics, issue number 117, dated April 1973. The cover art, signed by Jack Keller, features a dynamic race scene with Formula One style cars, specifically highlighting 'Clint Curtis Encounters Unforeseen Problems in... Formula One!' The comic is a standard Bronze Age publication constructed of newsprint pages with a staple-bound glossy cover. The color palette is vibrant, utilizing bold yellows, reds, and greens typical of 1970s comic saturation. Regarding its condition, the comic shows signs of moderate wear consistent with its age. Notable issues include a light vertical stress line near the spine, mild rounding and blunting of the corners, and slight edge wear along the right-hand margin. There is discernible yellowing to the cover white areas, suggesting tanning of the interior newsprint. A small handwritten '2' is visible in the top margin. The 'Approved by the Comics Code Authority' stamp is present in the top right corner, and the original price mark of 20 cents is displayed in the upper left. This series is known for its focus on automotive culture and racing adventure, representing a specific niche in Charlton's diverse publishing history.