‘oh, oh, oh, you’re a native New Yorker…’
American Express commercial, 1974
“How many ways can you use your credit card?”
Greetings, and Happy Friday! Here’s a spot for American Express featuring testimonials from New Yorkers. The commercial aired in March of 1974.
Previously on 70s Spots: Hardee’s Steak Sandwich (1974)
But wait, there’s more…
Hardee’s commercial, 1974
“You get a real good feeling inside.”
Here’s a Hardee’s commercial where a two-for-the-price-of-one steak sandwich deal is on offer. The spot aired in April of 1974.
Previously on 70s Spots: Persona Double II Razor (Buck Rogers, 1973)
Gil Gerard cleans up for Persona, 1973
“It’s two blades better.”
Last time on 70s Spots, we featured a Dr. Grabow pipe ad with Erin Gray. This time around, it seemed only appropriate to feature a commercial with Gray’s Buck Rogers in the 25th Century co-star, Gil Gerard.
Here’s Gerard in a December 1973 spot for Persona Double II razors.
Previously on 70s Spots: Dr. Grabow Pipes (Erin Gray, 1979)
Sure, Erin Gray looks great in this spot, but I can’t help myself. Here’s a shot of 70s cheesiness instead.
(Dr. Grabow Pipes commercial, 1977)
“My men are so smart.”
Erin Gray, the soon-to-be co-star of Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, is the spokesperson in this spot for Dr. Grabow pipes. The commercial aired in December of 1979. Now, put that in your pipe and smoke it!
Previously on 70s Spots: Publix Market ‘Hawaiian Luau’ (1977)
Polynesian punch time.
(Publix commercial, 1977)
“Bring the islands home with a Publix Luau.”
On this lazy Sunday evening, we make time for a Hawaiian luau, Publix market-style. In this spot that aired in September of 1977, you’ll find California grapes and Dole juice helping to bring the Polynesian party to life.
Previously on 70s Spots: 70s Fashion – Premium Glasses (1977)
Hey, good lookin’!
(Premium Optical commercial, 1977)
“The latest fashion frames.”
Taking us all the way back now to the summer of ’77 – it’s Fashion Time with Indiana’s Premium Optical! Looking for a pair of fancy frames to compliment your Seventies hairdo? This is the place.
The spot aired in June of 1977.
Previously on 70s Spots: ‘People’ Magazine (Robert Blake, 1977)