‘It’s kinda hard to explain…’ (Kawasaki commercial, 1975)
“Kawasaki lets the good times roll!”
1975 Week continues with a little burnt rubber, bright sunshine, and an ol’ swimmin’ hole.
It’s all here in this Kawasaki motorcycle commercial featuring a first-time rider contemplating playing hooky from work. The spot aired in May of 1975.
Previously on 70s Spots: Ford Pinto With Herb Edelman & Arte Johnson (1975)
‘I didn’t know that!’ (Arte Johnson & Herb Edelman for Ford Pinto, 1975)
“Ford means value.”
Here’s a nice Ford Pinto spot that’s chock full o’ 70s stars. The spokesperson is Herb Edelman (Big John, Little John), the cop is Allan Melvin (The Brady Bunch), and Arte Johnson (Laugh-In) appears in a bunny suit at the end. Heck, I think the younger guy hoping around in the back may be Chris Beaumont who also appeared in a few episodes of The Brady Bunch.
The spot aired in May of 1975. Roll it!
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #385: Aqua Velva ‘Herbal & Musk’ (1975)
More Herb Edelman at Bionic Disco: Herb Edelman For Midas & Texaco (1977)
More Arte Johnson at Bionic Disco: Don Rickles & Arte Johnson For Right Guard (1974 & ’75)
More Allan Melvin at Bionic Disco: Sam The Butcher For Liquid-Plumr (1973 & ’74)
‘They’re manly and fresh all day.’ (Aqua Velva commercial, 1975)
“There’s something about an Aqua Velva man.”
Here’s a spot featuring two women (or, the same woman playing two roles?) singing about the virtues of Aqua Velva and fragrant-smelling men. It’s difficult to tell if this is for after shave or cologne, but we do know that Herbal is “free-spirited” and Musk is “provocative.” Thank goodness for that.
The spot aired in November of 1975.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #384: Peter Sellers For TWA (1975)
Peter Sellers & the Tartan Clan. (TWA commercial, 1975)
“Hooray for TWA!”
This week, we’ll go with a 1975 theme. To get us started, here’s Peter Sellers in full Scotsman regalia for TWA. The commercial aired in November of 1975.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spots #382, 383: Dodge Swinger & Charger (1971)
More Peter Sellers at Bionic Disco: ‘The Muppet Show’: Peter Sellers Sings ‘Cigarettes & Whiskey’ (1977)
(Not) Reuben Kincaid for the Dodge Swinger, 1971
“Free automatic transmission.”
Let’s finish off “1971 Week” with two Dodge spots from July of that year. In pole position, one for the Dodge Dart Swinger. After that, a commercial for Dodge Charger with a free vinyl roof giveaway. The spokesperson in these ads has a real Reuben Kincaid vibe going on. I love it.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spots #380, 381: Kellogg’s Rice Krispies & Special K (1971)
An homage to Kubrick in this shot? (Kellogg’s Rice Krispies commercial, 1971)
“Wake up on the Rice side.”
Well, good morning! Here’s two Kellogg’s spots from July of 1971 to get your day off to a nutritious start.
First up, Snap, Crackle and Pop for Rice Krispies. There’s an interesting choice of shots in this one with a fellow poking himself in the eye with shaving cream, followed by a screaming baby. After that, a commercial for Special K. You’ll recognize the main actor in this one, but I can’t place his name. Your help is appreciated.
Previously on 70s Spots: Daily 70s Spot #379: John Amos For Right Guard (1971)