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Wildcat is the name of a wooden roller coaster located at Lake Compounce in Bristol, Connecticut. It was built in 1927 and is the Lake Compounce's centerpiece. It is one of the world's oldest operating roller coasters (in operation at the same location). With a first drop of only 73 feet, it's not too intense making it popular with younger guests. The entire structure was rebuilt with new wood in 1985, and the last bunny hills were redone in 2004. The Wildcat went down for refurbishment on September 17, 2006 and will not reopen untill the 2007 operating season. During it's refurbishment, the brake runs were completly ripped out and are currently being rebuilt with new magnetic brakes. The Wildcat's trains were built by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company. Before the Wildcat was built, the Green Dragon Coaster used to stand in its place.
