70s Commercials: Dodge Diplomat, Tender Vittles, Walmart, BOnz (1979)

“Test Drive Total Performance.” It’s time to linger in 1979 for a while. Here’s four vintage spots from the year featuring Dodge Diplomat (if that’s a “hidden” camera I’ll eat my hat), Tender Vittles, Walmart, and BOnz dog treats. Let … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Shake ‘N Bake, Cheer, Garanimals & more (1975-79)

“Better than frying.” It’s time to get caught up with early April’s basket o’ vintage commercials. In this double-post you’ll find spots for United Airlines (with Lyman Ward), Avon, Cheer (with Gail Strickland), Shake ‘n Bake, Tender Vittles (with Robert … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Pernell Roberts For Horizon Coffee, Purina Cat Chow, Sardo, Hormel Ham (1974-75)

This round of golden olden commercials appeared in the mid-seventies. We’ll start off with Pernell Roberts playing Simon Stone in one of his spokes spots for Horizon Coffee. Following that little slice of advertising heaven, let’s enjoy commercials for Purina … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Purina Cat Chow, State Farm, Exocaine, Mateus Rosé (1972-73)

Apologies, the ol’ day job is getting in the way of my regular posting here. I’ll get back to more frequent posts as soon as I can. Thanks for hanging in there. Now, let’s get to some fresh seventies commercials! … Continue reading

70s Commercials: L’eggs, Hellmann’s, Little Friskies, Sunbeam Coffee Master (1975)

Today, we’re smack dab in the middle of the seventies with a focus on 1975. The four spots on display feature L’eggs pantyhose (with Jack Dodson), Hellmann’s Mayonnaise, Little Friskies Kitten Food, and the Sunbeam Coffee Master brewer. Have a … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Country Time Lemonade, Chef’s Blend, Fiat, Clairol Nice ‘N Easy (1978-79)

Who remembers the Country Time “Grandpa”? Here he is with a nice glass of “flavored drink concentrate.” You’ll also find nostalgic spots for Chef’s Blend cat food, Fiat Strada, and Clairol’s Nice ‘n Easy hair color. Enjoy these and I’ll … Continue reading