Daily 70s Spot #484: STP Oil Treatment (1975)

“It helps your oil do a better job.” Here’s a good look at 1975 Los Angeles, California in this spot for STP Oil Treatment. The commercial aired in November of ’75 and you can catch a look at famed (and … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #483: Bell System Telephone ’22 Cents’ (1975)

“Dial and save while weekend rates apply.” A veddy happy, Monday, ‘Bionic pals. This week, let’s stay on a 1975 track. To get us started, here’s a spot for Bell System telephone touting new 22 cent weekend call rates. I … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #463, 464: Old Milwaukee & Schlitz Beer (1975)

“Tastes as great as its name.” Capping off 1975 Week, we have two beer commercials for a fine, lazy Sunday. First up, one for Old Milwaukee featuring “Babe Ruth.” After that, a team of cowboys go for the Gusto by … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #461, 462: Chevy Blazer ‘Search & Rescue’ (1975)

“Your money’s worth – mile after mile.” It’s a Chevrolet Saturday here at the ‘Disco. Our first spot features the ’76 Chevy Blazer in a Montana search and rescue practice run. Narration is by singer, Tom T. Hall. The second … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #460: BankAmericard (Visa) (1975)

“Sometimes, BankAmericard can make all the difference.” Check out this BankAmericard commercial from November of 1975. A months later, in 1976, BankAmericard consolidated its international operations under the new name of Visa. The actress in this spot looks a bit … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #459: Parker Bros’ ‘Pro Draft’ Game (1975)

“Here’s where football games are really won and lost.” This is a commercial you might remember. It’s one for Parker Brothers’ Pro Draft game featuring a circle of folks bidding on real players. Or, rather, real players on football cards. … Continue reading