Rad Ads: Ford Courier Pickup (1978)

“A tough way to go truckin’…” A stylish use of the Bionic Disco font in this ad. Ford Courier pickup originally appeared in the July, 1978 issue of Popular Science magazine. (Source: Popular Science) Previously on Rad Ads: Levi’s Sportswear … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Levi’s Sportswear ‘Fleeced’ (1978)

“Panatela Separates. You’ll stand out from the herd without getting fleeced.” Yeah, look again. Those are sheep people back there. Levi’s Sportswear ‘Fleeced’ originally appeared in the July, 1978 issue of Popular Mechanics magazine. (Source: Popular Mechanics) Previously on Rad … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Adidas Sports Shoes (1976)

“Great from every angle!” A classic that stands the test of time. Adidas Sports Shoes originally appeared in the June, 1976 issue of Boy’s Life magazine. (Source: Boy’s Life) Previously on Rad Ads: Old Spice ‘Heart Belongs To Daddy’ (1970) … Continue reading

Rad Ads (Father’s Day): Old Spice ‘Heart Belongs To Daddy’ (1970)

“Is there a better reason to give him Old Spice for Father’s Day?” Awwwww. Old Spice ‘Heart Belongs To Daddy’ originally appeared in the June 12, 1970 issue of LIFE magazine. (Source: LIFE) Previously on Rad Ads: Trans-Am Champion Datsun … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Trans-Am Champion Datsun (1972)

“20 million people have switched to Champion Spark Plugs.” Pete Brock (and his stylish cravat) showing off specially-designed Datsun vehicles sporting Champion Spark Plugs. Trans-Am Champion Datsun originally appeared in the June, 1972 issue of Popular Science magazine. (Source: Popular … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Hunt’s Manwich Sandwich Sauce (1978)

Hunt’s Manwich Sandwich Sauce. (‘Ebony’ magazine, June, 1978) “A sandwich is a sandwich, but a Manwich is a meal.” Contains tomatoes, sweet onions, bell peppers and a “special blend” of spices. Hunt’s Manwich Sandwich Sauce ad with actor-singer Johnny Brown … Continue reading