It seemed like a good idea at the time… (Ford Pinto commercial, 1979)
“Join the Pinto family.”
Ford Weekend continues today with two more vintage commercials. First up, we have a spot featuring some hot disco dancing and the “new” Ford Futura. After that, you’ll enjoy a family-oriented spot for everyone’s favorite, the Pinto. A family with eight Pintos. Oh, those poor souls! Press play to time travel.
Previously on 70s Spots: Ford Pickups ‘Mr. Majestyk’ (1976)
Bellanca Aircraft ‘Flying Tiger.’ (‘Flying’ magazine, May, 1972)
“Born too late to be a World War II Flying Tiger? Not really.”
Nice artwork on this one. Daily 70s Ad #127: Bellanca Aircraft ‘Flying Tiger’ originally appeared in the May, 1972 issue of Flying magazine.
(Source: Flying)
Previously on Daily 70s Ad: Pipers Scotch (1975)
“Get the one that’s built ‘Ford Tough.'” (Ford commercial, 1976)
“93 out of 100 of all Ford trucks built since ’63 are still on the job.”
Welcome to Ford Weekend here at the ‘Disco. Let’s get started with two spots for Ford pickup trucks. Both of the commercials below aired in February of 1976. The first references the Charles Bronson film, Mr. Majestyk and the second touts the virtues of a V-8 and gas savings. Haul ads!
Previously on 70s Spots: Miller Lite With Deacon Jones & Red Auerbach (1977 & ’79)
Pipers Scotch. (‘New York’ magazine, Apr. 28, 1975)
“It’s made for weekends like this.”
Comes with its own carrying case. Pretty slick. Daily 70s Ad #126: Pipers Scotch originally appeared in the April 28, 1975 issue of New York magazine.
(Source: New York)
Previously on Daily 70s Spot: Bruce Lee – ‘The Fist That Shook The World’ (1975)
“Everybody’s different and that’s OK…” (‘Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids,’ 1972)
Happy Funshine Friday, folks! It’s time for a toe-tappin’ tune from Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids.
“Everybody’s Different” appeared in season one, episode three of Fat Albert and originally aired on September 23, 1972.
Previously on Funshine Friday: ‘The Muppet Show’ Season One Promos/Gag Reel (1976)
Bruce Lee – ‘The Fist That Shook The World.’ (‘Black Belt’ magazine, May, 1975)
“The Bruce Lee memorial you’ve all been waiting for.”
Where can I pick up a copy of this tribute magazine? Daily 70s Ad #125: Bruce Lee – ‘The Fist That Shook The World’ originally appeared in the May, 1975 issue of Black Belt magazine.
(Source: Black Belt)
Previously on Daily 70s Ad: Coca-Cola ’365′ (1971)