“It’s so automatic I never have to scramble around.” Here’s something of a commercial classic. At least to my 70s-addled mind. It’s football great, Joe Namath for the Hamilton Beach Butter Up Popper. The spot aired in November of 1971 … Continue reading
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“No slots. No lanes. And it doesn’t need batteries or electricity.” Here’s a cool spot from Ideal for the Class A: Racing model car system. You need to make a pit stop with this set and there’s no electricity involved. … Continue reading
“The brain game for serious football nuts.” Time for a new week and a fresh batch of commercials. We’ll go with a 1971 theme for the next seven days. Here’s a spot for the NFL Strategy Board Game by Tudor … Continue reading
“Who said lightning never strikes twice?” Here’s a simple, yet effective spot for Rally Car Wax that aired in July of 1971. The important question here is “Cream or Liquid”? Rally Car Wax Commercial, 1971 Previously on 70s Spots: Daily … Continue reading
“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 … Continue reading
“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 … Continue reading