70s Spots: Cadillac De Ville & Chevy Monte Carlo (1976)

“How do you improve a Cadillac?” To help get you through your mid-week drive-time we have a pair of vehicle spots from 1976. Firstly, a commercial for the ’77 Cadillac Sedan de Ville from October ’76. Second, a spot from … Continue reading

70s Spots: Pepsi Light & Schlitz ‘Clambake’ (1976)

“Lemony taste in. Half the calories out.” Raise your hand if you remember Pepsi Light! Well, I sure do. Here’s a spot for the soft drink from January 1976 (produced in 1975). While researching this a bit I was unable … Continue reading

70s Spots: Budweiser Champion Clydesdales (1976)

“Champion Clydesdale – symbolic of the King of Beers.” A pair of Budweiser commercials today, focused on the “proud tradition” of “Champion” Clydesdale horses. The spots aired in January of 1976 (probably produced in ’75). I’m fairly certain that’s Ed … Continue reading

70s Spots: Wendy’s (Animated) & Hungry Bull Restaurants (1976)

“Where quality is our recipe.” A pair of chewable commercials today from 1976. First, an animated spot for a Wendy’s restaurant Grand Opening in Ohio. This’un aired in September of ’76. Second, a commercial for the Hungry Bull restaurant from … Continue reading

70s Spots: Sanka Coffee (Robert Young) & Kawasaki Motorcycles (1976)

“Maybe it’s the coffee you should be drinking.” 1976 time! Here’s a Sanka decaf coffee spot starring Robert Young of Marcus Welby, M.D. and Father Knows Best fame. He’s not a coffee drinker, but he plays one on TV. Or … Continue reading

70s Spots: Ore Ida Vegetables & Roman Meal Bread (1976)

“…Because our potatoes taste so good.” Today, we’re setting the table for a nice meal circa 1976. First, let’s dish out some Ore Ida frozen vegetables; green beans, cauliflower, spinach, the works. After that, gobble up some Roman Meal bread … Continue reading