“The buy of the year.” I don’t believe I mentioned previously that we’re doing a 1971 thing this week (although you may have noticed). Let’s continue the theme with a Plymouth Satellite commercial that aired in July of ’71. Tis’ … Continue reading
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“All airlines are not the same.” Here’s a commercial from TWA outlining their specials services and features. Most impressive of all is the spokesperson’s mighty flared trousers as he first walks into frame. The spot aired in January of 1971 … Continue reading
“Out for justice…” On the docket today, we have a :60 ABC TV promo for the short-lived drama, The Young Lawyers. The show starred Lee J. Cobb, Zalman King and Judy Pace. The Young Lawyers ran from September 1970 to … Continue reading
“Inside this huge ice cube is an automobile.” For our first set of commercials for 2016 we’re winding the Wheel of Time back to January of 1971. Hit the clickers below to enjoy two winter-themed Sunoco Gasoline spots from 45 … Continue reading
Tri-Sport 3-Wheel Vehicle. (‘Popular Science’ magazine, November 1971) “Gentle, gentle footsteps – wouldn’t mash a marshmallow.” Crazy, baby! Tri-Sport 3-Wheel Vehicle originally appeared in the November 1971 issue of Popular Science magazine. (Source: Popular Science) Previously on Rad Ads: ‘The … Continue reading
“Vegas are very happy cars.” A pair of Chevy spots roll into view for today’s Seventies commercials. First, we have a collection of bright yellow ’73 Vegas on display in a fast-moving spot from November of 1972. Afterward, you’ll enjoy … Continue reading