70s Spots: ’75 Ford Pinto, Maverick & Granada, Flair, GE (1974)

“NC – no extra charge!” On this fine day, we’ve got commercials featuring a trio of Ford vehicles for 1975 – the Maverick, Pinto, and Granada. In addition, you can take in spots for Flair pens and GE’s latest dishwasher. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford, Hamburger Helper, Efferdent (1975-76)

“With your help – we can do it.” We’ve got two political promos from the 1976 race for you today. First up, a Jimmy Carter for President spot. After that, a Re-elect Ford spot. Even though we know how this … Continue reading

70s Spots (Holidays): Disney Albums, Gimbels, Magnavox Odyssey, Publix (1974-79)

“A home video game built right into the set.” Holiday time is here. Today, and in a few days, we’ll have some Christmas-themed commercials on display. Grab a mug of hot chocolate, kick off your shoes and enjoy spots for … Continue reading

70s Spots: Stove Top, Abbotts Ice Cream, EarthGrains, Freshen-Up Gum (1975-78)

So smooth & creamy. Hey there! Today, I’ve got a quartet of food commercials lined up for you. These spots aired 1975 through 1978. Our big star on display is a 4-year-old Peter Billingsley (at least, I’m pretty dang sure … Continue reading

70s Spots: Flair Pens, Alka-Seltzer, TWA, RCA (1974-77)

“10 big, bright, washable colors!” Greetings! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Today, there’s no real theme to the old commercials, just one from each year covering 1974 to 1977. Have at ’em. Animated Flair Pens Commercial (1974) Flair … Continue reading

70s Spots: Pepsodent & Gravy Train (1975), The Osmonds & ‘Beatlemania’ (1978)

“If you need whiter teeth, you need Pepsodent.” Time for another hearty batch of vintage Seventies commercials! This time around we’ve got spots for Pepsodent, Gravy Train, ABC TV shows, and the Beatlemania musical. Pepsodent Toothpaste Commercial (Dick Van Dyke, … Continue reading