O'Keeffe's Automotive Service
Ltd. is part of the history of Greater Victoria. The heritage
garage at 1220 Newport Avenue in Oak Bay, was built in 1931. Originally
named Totem Super Service for the totem pole in the front, the
building has served the area for almost 70 years. In 1976 the
business, now known as O'Keeffe's, was established as an automobile
restoration facility under the name 'Autohaus Victoria Ltd'. After 1986 the
company specialized in the repair and maintenance of Mercedes-Benz,
Rolls Royce, and other high-end European cars. It became known
for meticulous service to this small and prestigious group of
vehicles.
As the years passed and
the automotive industry grew, O'Keeffe's expanded its horizons.
It now offers the same careful, attentive service to all types
of automobiles. Customers come from all over Greater Victoria
because of the high quality of service offered within a reasonable
price range, by the courteous and efficient staff.
In 1995, Tom O'Keeffe purchased
the company, and in 1998 the business officially became O'Keeffe's.
Thomas's vision as he builds the company means providing more
and better services to meet the ongoing needs of his clients.
He has purchased new, updated equipment to meet the needs of today's
more sophisticated automobiles, and has added staff with experience
in domestic and Japanese cars and light trucks. Tom continually
upgrades and makes improvements to the business. Two important
new services now offered by O'Keeffe's are: Pegasus Automotive
Detailing and a Hand Car Wash.
Tom recognizes that O'Keeffe's
is an important part of the heritage of the community of Oak Bay
as well as the only automotive repair shop in Oak Bay. Tom
and his efficient staff at O'Keeffe's welcome new customers as
well their many loyal, longtime patrons. They are eager to offer
their fine service to their neighbors both from Oak Bay and Greater
Victoria.