# 1957 'Black Widow' Chevy: What Made It So Special, And How Many Were Made?

> The 1957 "Black Widow" Chevy arrived as a result of a horrendous accident at the 1955 24 Hours of Le Mans race, which saw a crash take the lives of over 80 people.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1919686/1957-chevrolet-black-widow-history-specs-how-many-made/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6883f9af3d675adffce6dfb8)
- **Published:** 2025-07-25
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #chevrolet #black #chevy #widow #association #mans #racing #special
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