1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Classic Ads From 1980
1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

The rollout of General Motors’ broad lineup of “X-Car” compact cars for 1980–which consisted of four separate vehicle lines spread across four brands–was a big event in the American automotive industry. Not surprisingly, GM backed up its ambitious new product initiative with a massive presence in TV and magazine advertising.

Though launched almost at the same time in 1979, the Buick Skylark, Chevrolet Citation, Oldsmobile Omega, and Pontiac Phoenix were all 1980 models, and the media blitz lasted throughout that calendar year.

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Though it sometimes seemed overshadowed by the madness surrounding the X-Car launch, there was plenty of other car advertising to enjoy in 1980. Here, we’ve collected 10 classic automotive print ads, only one of which is for an X-Car. For a full tribute to the X-Car ads of 1980, check out this post.

Also, please enjoy this American Motors TV spot. If you recall spending time with any of these ‘80s, please tell us about it. The place for comments is below the last car.

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo

1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Ad

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Dodge Aspen

1980 Dodge Aspen Ad
1980 Dodge Aspen Ad

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Ford Fairmont

1980 Ford Fairmont Ad
1980 Ford Fairmont Ad

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International Scout

1980 International Scout Ad
1980 International Scout Ad

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Lincoln Continental Mark VI

1980 Lincoln Mark VI Ad
1980 Lincoln Continental Mark VI Ad

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Mercury Zephyr

1980 Mercury Zephyr Ad
1980 Mercury Zephyr Ad

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Oldsmobile Omega

1980 Oldsmobile Omega Ad
1980 Oldsmobile Omega Ad

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Pontiac Grand Prix

1980 Pontiac Grand Prix Ad
1980 Pontiac Grand Prix Ad

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Toyota Celica

1980 Toyota Celica Ad
1980 Toyota Celica Ad

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1980 Volkswagen Pickup Truck

1980 Volkswagen Pickup Ad
1980 Volkswagen Pickup Truck Ad

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