70s character actors for Sprint car wax, 1975
“Wiping and shining!”
Here’s actor, Rick Hurst again (in the striped shirt). This time he appears in a spot for Sprint car wax. I recognize the other actor, but am drawing a blank on his name. I know someone will fill me in. Please do.
The commercial aired in July of 1975.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #484: STP Oil Treatment (1975)
STP surfboard and a California jeep. Must be 1975.
“It helps your oil do a better job.”
Here’s a good look at 1975 Los Angeles, California in this spot for STP Oil Treatment. The commercial aired in November of ’75 and you can catch a look at famed (and long-defunct) drive-in restaurant Tiny Naylors within.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #483: Bell System Telephone ’22 Cents’ (1975)
Bell System raking in the pennies. (1975)
“Dial and save while weekend rates apply.”
A veddy happy, Monday, ‘Bionic pals. This week, let’s stay on a 1975 track. To get us started, here’s a spot for Bell System telephone touting new 22 cent weekend call rates.
I find it interesting that Bell never refers to themselves in the spot. Perhaps so they can use the commercial across the nation where the Bell name might not apply. The spot aired in May of 1975.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #481, 482: Sears Paint – Paul Revere & Teddy Roosevelt (1971)
Sears paint – keeping historical homes looking good.
“For great American homes…like yours.”
On this spring Sunday, we wrap-up 1971 week with two spots for Sears Best Exterior Latex Paint.
First we get a look at Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride. Second, a peek at Teddy Roosevelt’s Long Island Sound abode. Both commercials aired in July of 1971.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #479, 480: Texaco Marching Bands & Restrooms (1971)
A groovy lady at a service station. (Texaco commercial, 1971)
“Something a lady really appreciates.”
“Marching Bands & Restrooms”? That’s right! They’re the themes of two Texaco spots from November 1971 on display today.
First up, an extravagant halftime show complete with baton twirlers, fireworks and a marching band. After that, some lovely American scenery and a promise of “clean and neat”restrooms.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #478: Dodge Polaras With Allan Melvin (1971)
Sam the Butcher and Cletus Hogg for Dodge.
“It’s really plush.”
Friday has come around again and it’s April Fool’s Day to boot. Here to celebrate with us are Allan ‘”Brady Bunch” Melvin and Rick “Dukes of Hazzard” Hurst. You’ll find both in this July 1971 spot for Dodge Polaras. No foolin’. Ride on!
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #477: GE Television Set (1971)
More Allan Melvin at Bionic Disco: Sam The Butcher For Liquid-Plumr (1973 & ’74)