Post Listing Update: This Parilla did not meet reserve despite 23 bids up to $4,505 on eBay.
When it comes to Parillas in the US, the 175 motor is much less common than the 250. This specific bike was imported from Italy but it’s been brought back to life and is ready for someone to ride it as is and hopefully keep it in its current cosmetic condition.
This example appeals to me as the seller has already sourced all the hard to find parts – his original intent was to restore it so it seems that he’s done the hard work for you. However, as he notes, now that the bike is ready to ride he now prefers “the cool patina so it might be worth while preserving it as it is.” While it’s currently equipped with an Italian plate (and it comes with the original Italian title), this bike is currently registered in California.
Find this Parilla 175 for slae in Tarzana, California with bidding up to $3,295 and the reserve not yet met here on eBay.
Parilla is an Italian motorcycle company formed after World War II. Famous for their "high cam" engines, they made several different model bikes, mostly small-displacement utilitarian and commuter bikes for the postwar market. Some models were imported to the US, and supported by Cosmopolitan Motors until the late 60's. This…
One of the later Parillas ever made, this Special features a OHV 4-stroke paired with a 4-speed transmission. This specific bike was prepared to run in the Milano-Taranto, though it did not have a chance to run. It's claimed to be in good running and riding condition, and it has…
5-22 Update: Factual errors corrected, see comments below. Post-Sale Update: After 14 bids on eBay, this Parilla Wildcat 125 sold for $2,150. Founded in 1946 by Giovanni Parilla, Parilla was a manufacturer of many bikes that have now become cult classics. One of those is the Parilla Wildcat 125, a…
