440 was one of two Leyland Leopards that were used for sightseeing tours (the other was 446). In June 1986 it wore this livery. Photo Omnibus Society Collection

440 in 1989 with a new City Scenic Tours livery. As well as the two Leopards this livery was also used on Hino AC140 number 270 (1985-2002)and Mercedes Benz 0303 number 280 (1989-93) which had now taken over the sightseeing tours from the Leopards. Photo Omnibus Society Collection

In 1990 Wellington City Transport began the Wellington Explorer service. This ran at off peak times around many Wellington City tourist attractions using 440 and 446. The service was not successful and only lasted about one year. Photo Omnibus Society Collection