25 FAILED Products from the 1970s

Описание: 25 Failed Products from the 1970s #1970s #1960s #americahistory #nostalgia #backtoyesterday
The 1970s were a decade of bold ideas and big promises. New products filled American homes, splashed across TV commercials, and claimed to be the future of everyday life. Some became icons — but many quietly vanished.

In this video, we’re looking back at 25 failed products from the 1970s that once felt essential. From strange kitchen gadgets and overhyped inventions to consumer goods that simply didn’t work, these forgotten flops tell a fascinating story about optimism, trial, and disappointment.

How many of these do you remember owning — or begging your parents to buy?

00:00 Intro
00:29 Bell Picture Phone
02:03 Polaroid Polar Vision
03:53 Sansui Quadrophonic Sound
05:30 Betamax
06:47 Eight-Track Tape Cleaning Kits
08:18 AMC Pacer
09:53 Dorothy Hamill Cut
11:21 Jumpsuits
13:02 Sun In
14:25 Dr. Scholl’s Sandals
15:43 Brush Rollers
16:51 Ayds Diet Candy
18:08 Shag Carpets
19:35 QT Quick Tanner
20:47 Polyester Leisure Suits
22:08 Clairol Yogurt Shampoo
23:31 Gerber Singles
24:45 Colgate Dinner Entrees
26:14 Downey Flake Toaster Eggs
27:34 Sauna Hot Pants
28:46 Twist and Tone
30:18 Prell Shampoo
31:39 Ford Pinto

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