The car in the image is a 1957 Chevrolet, likely a Model 150 or 210 two-door sedan, built as a tribute to the famous “Black Widow” race cars. The car features a distinctive black and white paint scheme and large rear tailfins, characteristic of late-1950s American automotive design.
Vehicle Details
- Make & Model: Chevrolet 150 or 210. These were the lower-trim models compared to the upscale Bel Air but were often used for racing because they were lighter.
- Year: 1957.
- Color Scheme: The two-tone black and white finish is a hallmark of the “Black Widow” theme, inspired by the cars that dominated the 1957 NASCAR season.
- Key Features:
- Tailfins: Prominent tailfins, a signature styling cue of the era, inspired by the aviation industry.
- Engine (Tribute): The original Black Widows featured a fuel-injected 283 cubic-inch V8 engine, a groundbreaking achievement at the time for producing one horsepower per cubic inch. This specific car appears to be a modern “restomod” or tribute build, likely featuring updated components.
- Wheels: Features large, white-painted steel wheels with wider rear tires, suggesting a modified or pro-street build for performance.
