The 70’s were an iconic time to be an advertising man, political correctness was unheard of and all that was needed for a successful advertising campaign was a product with women on, in, under or around it. Or all of the above. Preferably all of the above.
Take a look at these quintessentially 70’s advertisements for the Norton Commando and enjoy a brief trip back to a simpler, larger haired and more colourful time.
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The Mini Marcos was a sports car based on the Mini running gear and drivetrain, but with a unique fibreglass body that was designed to be both more aerodynamic and lighter than the original steel-bodied…
Moto-Lita is a British company that has built classic steering wheels for many of the world’s most desirable cars, including the legendary AC Cobra. Simon Green started the company back in 1956 after many years…
As the name suggests, the UBCO 2×2 is a two-wheel drive motorcycle. It makes use front and rear electric hub motors to give riders exceptional traction across all surfaces and terrain, there’s an easily removable…
The Honda CL77 Scrambler was the off-road version of the CB77 Super Hawk, it was released in 1965 and sold until 1968. Unlike many scramblers of the time, the Honda had a smaller engine that…
The Rolls-Royce Griffon V12 is a 37 litre (2,240 cu. in.) aero engine that was in development before the Second World War, but had its initial development paused so focus could be given to producing…
Iran isn’t a country we typically associate with custom motorcycles however if Ali Ahooei has his way, this is all going to change. Ali built this custom F.B. Mondial HPS 300 for celebrated Iranian…
