Parilla was distributed in the US by Cosmopolitan Motors, and while the former had some success with a 175cc bike, Cosmopolitan asked for a 250cc engine. Parilla responded with their distinctive high cam motor from their Grand Sports road bike. At the time, this made Parilla’s competition in racing a Triumph Cub, and Parillas were winning handily.
MSRP at the time was about $1,000, double what you’d pay for the Triumph. For more on the Wildcat Scrambler, check out this “Classic Iron” feature on Motocross Action Magazine.
This example has been “modernized for riding” with upgrades that would upset a purist but enthrall someone who wants a rider. Those upgrades include a Powerdynamo CDI, DID-style modern rims, Dell’orto round slide carb, modern tires, the lights from a 125 scrambler, and more. Find this Wildcat for sale in West Sacramento, California with an unmet opening bid of $5,500