Vintage Skateboard Glamour

I've just started work on a new project for a client creating a brand identity for a new skate concept (top secret hush hush) and while I was doing a bit of research I stumbled across these old skateboard ads from the UK in the 70s. Quality stuff. I'm wondering if my client would consider this route?

See more dubious skateboard advertising strategies at: www.vintageskateboardmagazines.com

(And note the irony in the name of the brand. Olympic Skateboarding? Not any time soon..)