April O’Neil – 1988 TMNT Playmates

Toyline: TMNT
Year Released: 1988
Manufacturer: Playmates
Series: One
Rarity Level: Common
Accessories: Camcorder, Gun, Computer, Microphone

Current Listings

Type Avg $ Cheapest # Listed
Loose $60.33 $12.99 20
MOC $90.80 $16.99 12

📈 Recent eBay Sales

ITEM TITLE SOLD PRICE CONDITION VIEW
1988 Playmates April O'Neil TMNT Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Unpunched 10 Back
$89.21 New View ↗
TMNT April O'Neil Figure 1988 Playmates Blue Stripe Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
$14.99 Used View ↗
APRIL O'NEIL 1988 PLAYMATES TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES STRIPE ACTION FIGURE
$30.00 Used View ↗
TMNT April O'Neil Playmates 1988 Figure Blue Stripe Jumpsuit #5005 NIP
$63.74 New View ↗
1988 TMNT PLAYMATES APRIL O'NEIL 10-BACK UNPUNCHED
$125.00 New View ↗
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Figure Lore & Legacy

April O’Neil, the fearless Channel 6 news reporter and steadfast Turtle ally, debuted in the original TMNT lineup in her signature yellow jumpsuit. While most 1988 figures were warrior-ready mutants, April brought brains, bravery, and a broadcast van’s worth of tech gear. She came with a five-piece accessory tree including her camcorder, microphone, and “Turtle Computer.”

Did You Know?

The earliest version of April hit shelves with no blue striping on her jumpsuit—a factory error that collectors now chase. This “No Stripe April” variant is one of the rarest visual production errors in the TMNT toyline, often commanding over $300+ MOC. Her character never received the soft head molding of her turtle teammates, making her plastic feel and sculpt consistent across 1988 releases.

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