“The first new truck of the ’80s.” Here’s two Ford spots from the end of the Seventies with the Eighties knocking right on the door. First a Ford Pickup truck commercial featuring a light bulb-smashing test. (Hint: the truck wins). … Continue reading
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“You’ve gotta feel it to believe it.” A pair of mildly humorous spots for Schick Super Chromium razor blades are in the grooming chair today. First, we find 17 barbers being shaved with the same razor. Crikey! Second, a wild … Continue reading
“For the good life.” Let’s tip back a few with commercials for Lancers and Gallo wine. The first glass features Franklin Cover (The Jeffersons) for Lancers and aired in September of 1970. The second glass stars Peter Ustinov (Logan’s Run) … Continue reading
“The friendly skies of your land.” A pair of United Airlines commercials today from November of 1974. Both spots highlight the airline’s “Friendship Service” focusing on speed and friendly service. Have a look-see. United Airlines ‘Friendship Service’ Commercial (1974) United … Continue reading
“Write on, brothers! Write on!” Two commercials rolling out today from the fall of 1973. First, check out a Paper Mate pens musical number featuring Johnny Brown from Laugh-In and Good Times. After that, whip out your Diners Club card … Continue reading
“Make it better – then price it lower.” Two spots now for Ford’s Torino line. Start off with a look at the ’71 Torino in a spot from September of 1970. After that, fancy things up a bit with the … Continue reading