This is Sam Koundouros, the owner of Sammy’s Service Centre, an independent automotive repair facility located in Toronto.

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(Photo above taken with the Leica M9 and Leica 35mm Summarit @ f/2.5.)

Sam is one of those rare business owners who knows how to communicate with his customers – with respect and honesty.

And this photo isn’t part of a paid project.  I’m actually posting this as a “thank you” to all the wonderful people at Sammy’s who work hard every day making sure the vehicles are running properly.

I first learned about Sammy’s through a recommendation from a neighbour.  So strong was the recommendation that I chose to have my new vehicle, which is still under warranty, serviced by them instead of my dealer.  I haven’t been disappointed.

I have been to Sammy’s several times since then and have dealt with many of the service personnel and, without exception, they have all been professional, competent, and extremely courteous.  All of them.

I have never received this kind of service at any of the auto dealer service centres I’ve dealt with in the past, including Honda, Toyota, and even BMW.

I really can’t believe how good this place is, but it is.

If you want to learn more about Sammy’s, have a look at their website here.