Leyland Leopards
Ribble Leyland Leopard 665Leopard 665 was built for Ribble motor services in 1966, later acquired by IOM National Transport in 1979, becoming fleet number 7. Today the bus is privately owned and has been restored to it's Ribble condition. The vehicle spent much of 2013 off island, but is now housed back on island at Summerhill.
IOMRS Leyland Leopard 97Isle of Man Road Servce Leopard 97 was built in 1967, withdrawn in 1986. It is privatley owned and well restored, previously based at Jurby the bus has now left the island.
Translink Leyland Leopards 4107, 4108, 4199These three sister vehicles are shortened tow buses used by Translink in Northern Ireland, were brought to the island between 2011 and 2012 for preservation. These vehicles are now housed at Summerhill.
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