The Chrysler Cricket really chirps!
(Cricket commercial, 1971)
“Here comes Cricket! Coming through!”
Let’s jump right into a Chrysler Plymouth Cricket commercial that aired in January of 1971(produced in 1970). This little hopper is a steal at only $1,915!
Previously on 70s Spots: Vintage 3M Copier (1971)
Yeah, it looks darn heavy. Must be high quality!
(3M copier commercial, 1971)
“See and compare them all at your 3M business products center.”
Here’s an enjoyable one. Part live-action, part animation, this commercial for 3M copiers aired in January of 1971 (and was likely produced in 1970).
Previously on 70s Spots: Nikon Camera ‘Puppies’ (1979)
Awwwww.
(Nikon commercial, 1979)
“It’s not just a camera. It’s a Nikon.”
When you need to capture the cuteness that is a box full of bounding puppies – the Nikon EM is the camera for you. According to the commercial below, that is, which aired in December of 1979.
Previously on 70s Spots: Animated AMF Sports Equipment (Judy Graubart, 1979)
The AMF…talking building and rainbow…are here to save the weekend.
“We make weekends.”
Since the weekend is fast-approaching, here’s a nice, animated AMF commercial that may give you some recreational ideas. I’m fairly certain the female voice is provided by Judy Graubart of The Electric Company.
The spot aired in January of 1979 and was likely produced in ’78 or earlier.
Previously on 70s Spots: Century 21 ‘Gold Jacket’ (1978)
I was momentarily convinced this was Seth Green making his debut – but this actor is older than 3 and a 1/2.
“There’s more to a gold jacket than meets the eye.”
Who remembers those bright gold jackets Century 21 forced its agents to wear? Right. How could you forget? This spot was produced in 1977 and aired in April of ’78.
Previously on 70s Spots: Maxwell House ‘A.D.C.’ Coffee (1978)
Margaret Hamilton as Cora
(Maxwell House commercial, 1978)
“Good to the last drop.”
You’ve had your toast (see previous spot), now it’s time for a nice cup of coffee. Here’s the Wicked Witch of the West, Margaret Hamilton, to serve it up.
Hamilton starred as Cora the shopkeeper in a series of these Maxwell House spots. This one aired in July of 1978.
Previously on 70s Spots: Home Pride ‘Butter Top’ Bread (1978)