`1957 Chevrolet Black Widow - Build, Nascar, History, Ect.

Welcome to the 57 Chevy Black Widow

Established for Those Sharing Interest in the Famous 57 Chevy Competition Car,

the "BLACK WIDOW"

In 1957 congressional hearings were conducted about stock car racing. They claimed the automakers racing advertisements were contributing to racing and reckless driving on the road. During February 1957, the Automobile Manufactures Association prepared a resolution suggesting all manufactures stop auto racing activities, and that type of advertising, including the support of private racers.

What Sets This Race Car Apart From All The Other Chevrolet

The obviously the six lug wheels.
The 15" commercial tires.
The suspension modifications.
The roll bar setup.
The Master cylinder & metallic brake shoes.
The plus 71 other modifications.

"Old Guy Scott's" Black Widow - see the Build.

Thanks to Danchuk Manufacturing for sharing "Old Guy Scotts" Black Widow

and keeping it historically factual.

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