70s Commercials: Avon, Gravy Train, Whirlpool, ‘Time Express’ (Vincent Price, 1979)

We’ve reached 1979! Here’s the usual set of commercials for your edification. Select the play-buttons for spots from Avon (with Erin Gray and Julie Hagerty), Gravy Train dog food, Whirlpool dishwashers, and the Time Express TV series (starring Vincent Price). … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Prell (Erin Gray), Continental Airlines, Purina Cat Chow, Visine (1971-72)

Today’s assortment of vintage commercials ran in the early-to-mid 1970s. First in line, we have Erin Gray in a spot for Prell Shampoo. Following that, it’s the fantastic Pub Lounge on Continental Airlines (with Pong tables!), Purina Cat Chow, and … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’80 Thunderbird & Mazda GLC, Kinney Shoes, & Natural Light Beer (1979)

“A dazzling array of electronic magic…” Well, hello. Would you believe I’m still getting over being sick (I got a touch of pneumonia – but not a trace of the boogie woogie flu). I’m definitely through the worst of it … Continue reading

70s Spots: Dr. Grabow Pipes (Erin Gray, 1979)

“My men are so smart.” Erin Gray, the soon-to-be co-star of Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, is the spokesperson in this spot for Dr. Grabow pipes. The commercial aired in December of 1979. Now, put that in your pipe … Continue reading