I haven't seen that one but half nekked women have been used to sell product since as long as i can remember. I particularly seem to recall car ads in the 60's but that may be because I was just becoming aware of both at that time.

George Takei's "pictures" show up occasionally on my facebook page and are generally a source of amusement for their poignancy, wit, and humor. To use these as fodder for the one you describe is tacky at best.

VI is seems to be stooping to levels to which I would hope no reputable manufacturer would ever sink