“It’s a race track in your own home. “
Here’s what we’ve uncovered for you today – a quartet of classic commercials from the years 1970 through 1973.
First up, Hertz Rent-a-Car, followed by Mattel’s Rock Flowers dolls, the Aurora Derby horse racing game, and Sheraton hotels.
Hertz Car Rental Commercial (1970)
Hertz car rental with Richard B. Shull (Holmes & Yoyo) aired November 1970.
Mattel Rock Flowers Toy Commercial (1971)
Mattel’s Rock Flowers dolls with Geri Reischl (Brady Bunch Hour) and narration by Casey Kasem aired in 1971.
Aurora Derby Toy Commercial (Don Adams, 1972)
Aurora Derby game with Don Adams (Get Smart) aired November 1972.
Sheraton Hotel ‘Beaches’ Commercial (1973)
Sheraton Hotels & Motor Inns aired September 1973.
Previously on 70s Spots: ’75 Ford Pinto, Maverick & Granada, Flair, GE (1974)
More Hertz & Don Adams: 70s Spots: Hertz Rent-A-Car (Don Adams, 1971)
More Mattel: Daily 70s Ad: Mattel – Snoopy’s ‘Snap-Tite’ Sopwith (1970)
More Sheraton: 70s Spots: Sheraton Hotels (1973)