70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Kodak Instant Camera Xmas (1976)

“Can you feel a brand new day?” It’s Christmas pageant time today with the Kodak Instant Camera. The singing toy soldier in this spot isn’t creepy at all. Not at all. The commercial aired in December of 1976. Kodak Instant … Continue reading

70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Wendy’s Xmas Coupons (1979)

“Wendy’s presents a great gift idea.” You got your Arthur Treacher’s gift certificates yesterday – now it’s time for Wendy’s to roll out the holiday coupons. The spot below aired in December of 1979. Note the 1980 calendar offer. Here … Continue reading

70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Arthur Treacher’s ‘Santa’ (1979)

“Take time out for the good things in life.” Here’s a fun Santa spot for Arthur Treacher’s Fish & Chips restaurant. I don’t remember any of these shops in Southern California, but the name is familiar. There are still a … Continue reading

70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Alka-Seltzer Xmas (1976)

“Happy Holidays from Alka-Seltzer.” ‘Tis the season – for overeating, upset stomachs, and Alka-Seltzer. Enjoy a Christmas-themed spot with a “Twelve Days of Christmas” parody song below. The commercial aired in December of 1976. 40 years ago this week. Alka-Seltzer … Continue reading

70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Scout (International Harvester, 1979)

“Anything less – is just a car.” Punching through the snow today, we have a spot for the International Harvester Scout. I wouldn’t mind owning one of these spiffy four-wheel drive vehicles. How about you? The commercial aired in December … Continue reading

70s Spots (Winter Holidays): Sears Dynaglass Snow Tires (1971)

“With the exclusive traction groove down the center…” More winter wonderland action now with Sears Dynaglass Snow & Ice tires. The commercial aired in November of 1971. Sears Dynaglass Snow Tires Commercial, 1971 Previously on 70s Spots: (Winter Holidays): Animated … Continue reading