5 Star Smog

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I came in during business hours. Signage said "Open". Garage and customer doors locked once I left…read moremy car. By this point I thought it could all be coincidental. So I rang the company number and no pickup. Weird. This business does not want your business.

This was so fast, and the technician was great. There was one person before me, and I was still…read moreseen and ready to go within about 20-30 minutes.

Citrus Heights Smog

4.5

(119 reviews)

STAR Certified smog spot here! Used them last year and will be returning to them this year for…read moreanother vehicles of ours. Customer service was professional and kind. Process was quick and painless. Cost was typical. My vehicle's info was digitally sent to DMV and my new stickers arrived. Very happy to have a go-to spot!

Very nice and service was quick and professional, they got me in fast and were able to give me a…read moresame-day appointment and the pricing was very affordable

Sacramento Smog Test & Repair

3.9

(91 reviews)

I made an 8:00 a.m. appointment for a Wednesday via the website over a week in advance. I showed up…read moreat 7:55 a.m. and the place was deserted, but I was early and their posted business hours state they open at 8:00 a.m. I waited until 8:35 a.m. and not a single soul arrived. It's bad enough to not be available during your posted business hours, quite a bit worse when you actually have appointments scheduled and still don't bother to show up. Fortunately, Tailpipes was right across the way, their garage was open and they were more than willing to accept me as a customer.

I had a quick and easy experience here and the person that helped me was doing a great job! I came…read morein for a smog check and it took about 15 minutes. Quickest service I've ever had and the cost was great!

Luxe Auto Center

(56 reviews)

Saw me near the end of the day to get my alignment completed after it was out of whack from a tire…read moreinstallation elsewhere. Fast, efficient, affordable, friendly service. Definitely will be back!

outstanding service and repair. I have been over 45 years in the automotive parts industry. While I…read morewas in Sacramento, I needed some suspension work done on my truck. I was immediately greeted by three office. Staff members each with smiles and the attitude to make me feel comfortable and welcome. They listen to what my situation was and offered to begin repairs the very same day they told me exactly what I would spend for the and that is what the final bill truly was I can't say enough good about the entire staff and would like to point out that I thought went above and beyond. Turab, ,Shawn and Oscar. After the repairs they test drove it confirmed that it was safe once again and sent me back home to Iowa.

LART SMOG N Tags

3.9

(39 reviews)

They are now open everyday 8am-7pm quick service great pricing for smog checks and tags , walk in…read morefriendly, in and out in 10-15 minutes, they also offer title transfer so if you bought a car and don't feel like going to the dmv and waiting 2 hrs to register it in your name they can do it for you

Super quick service, friendly and thoughtful guy. Got the smog I needed and he explained everything…read moreperfectly, great value for the price.

Gold River Smog

4.8

(46 reviews)

Great service! Quick service for smog and I appreciated the space for waiting. Will be going backread more

Julia was easy to with The SMOG test performed quickly, and…read moreshe also notified me of a new factory recall on my vehicle

San Juan Auto Smog

4.4

(245 reviews)

I realized my registration was due in 3 days and needed a STAR Certified Smog. I thought okay let…read moreme find one near me via Yelp and it took me to a place that changed ownership and no longer could do the STAR Certified smogs. On the road again and I remembered a place by where I grew up that was there as long as I could remember (over 50 years) on the corner of San Juan Avenue and Winding Way. So off I went to see if they did STAR Certified Smogs. YES! They did! The wait was short and the two gentlemen Ezekiel and Kristopher were awesome! I gave my keys to Ezekiel and off he went to do my Smog so in the meantime I sat and chatted with Kristopher since it was slow for them that morning. Time flew by so fast and Ezekiel was back with my keys letting me know I passed! YAY! I'm so happy that I went there yesterday morning. I had the best conversations with those two young men and left happier than I was when I showed up. Do yourself a favor and just go to San Juan Auto Smog!! I'll be returning for my oil changes in the future too. You have to love a business that's been around a very long time. They know what they're doing! Thank you again Ezekiel and Kristopher

My car was in need of a smog check and oil change, etc. I received a coupon in the mail for San…read moreJuan Auto Smog. The service was excellent and the owners, Sal and Shay are friendly, customer oriented and competent. I received a discount with the coupon. It's difficult to find a location that combines smog and regular maintenance in one place. I really recommend them. They deserve ten stars out of ten. Jordi W

Japanese Service Center 2

4.7

(109 reviews)

I've been using them for several years and have always been happy with them…read more Chuck, the manager and Darien, his assistant are very nice and their service on my 2008 Toyota 4Runner has been excellent. I am always treated with courtesy and, as a woman, they treat me fairly and never treat me as though I am ignorant about my truck. Their prices are fair and their service is great. I highly recommend this busines.

I had some issues with my brakes and I at first went to the dealer for a different issue. They…read morewanted to charge me quite a bit more for the same job that Japanese Service Center would. Japanese service center were fair on time and did a great job. My whole family has been going to them for years. There is a reason for that.

916 Auto Repair

4.9

(120 reviews)

I only started using 916 Auto Repair recently, but Samson and his team have already helped me with…read moreseveral vehicles and I've had a really good experience every time. If you need an honest, knowledgeable, and fairly priced auto repair shop near Gold River or Rancho Cordova, I'd definitely recommend them. They've worked on my 2017 Ford Transit Connect, 2014 Mercedes GL63, and 2014 BMW X5. They replaced a driver-side CV axle, did oil changes, replaced brake pads and rotors, diagnosed and fixed an A/C and heater blower issue, repaired a trunk/liftgate problem, and also replaced a valve cover and gasket and battery. What stood out to me most was how knowledgeable, honest, and fair Samson and his team were throughout the process. The staff are friendly, the front desk is welcoming, and the customer service has been great. It's hard to find a shop that does quality work at reasonable prices, but 916 Auto Repair has done that for me. Definitely recommended.

I contacted 916 Auto after doing a 2 and half week research (which included Yelp and Google…read moreReviews) to have my 2004 Mazda 3 AC Condenser (Factory OEM) replaced. My AC Drier was cracked and inoperable since last year. In this region of the Sacramento Valley and Placer County, 916 Auto quote beat 5 shops I contacted in the region and 1 shop even told me it's not worth it and I should get a new car. Bet if my car was a 69 Camaro, they'd do it. Why? Cause its a Classic Camaro. No matter the condition. Some shops don't want to work on Imports. But oh well. Their loss, not mine. I contacted 916 Auto and spoke to Samson to schedule an appointment and he said to come by that very same day. And so I drove from Roseville to Gold River that morning. Samson is honest & to the point. When he pulled my car in, he noticed a coolant leak. Now I didn't notice any leaks in my driveway, as it would seem the Coolant is evaporating or dissipating, but he notice it was getting on my Alternator, by the stains. It turns out, my OEM water pump (factory part since 2003 for this model year in 2004) finally gave out at 262K miles. Who'd ever think a Mazda/Ford part would last this long. This was an unexpected thought as I only had budgeted for the quote. So I called my CFO (Wife) and let her know of the issue. She said get it fixed and she'll adjust other expenses as she knows I need AC for the upcoming summer temps. So I authorized Samson to proceed with the entire job. Now I can't couldn't do any price comparison, but he did give me a discount which still fit in my overall budget. I spent my whole day in their lobby. They have updated their lobby to make it feel more comfortable and less Auto Shop feel. I notice the many people who drop by to have their car service are all happy and are returning customers. From a Dealership oil drain plug that was torqued too tight, to oil changes, brakes, and even a customer who was a bit upset where the Dealership sent the wrong part twice. The Dealership. I spoke to many of them and they all had the same answer when I ask. "What made you come here?" They replied, "Their price can't be beat!". In summary, my AC is now working as it should. Now I only used my AC for 2 whole days It gets cold and it has been awhile since I have felt cold in my aging car of 22 years. With my new water pump installed as well, my car is running smoother overall. Smoother shifts, heater gets warm fast. Almost, now almost like it was in 2004. So, Did I find a new shop for my Project Commuter Car? Yes I sure did. They have gotten a new customer. Up next is my Transmission Gasket & plug. One thing at a time! Have fun out there & do your research!

Paul 777 Auto Repair

4.7

(173 reviews)

Very honest !!!!! They value their number 1 asset which is the customer. Looking for a honest, fair…read morepriced and professional auto shop then you have arrived.This is my go to spot for any car problems. Seriously, look no further.

Wheel bearings....sounds like the worst disc brakes, ever. Paul calls me back. "Whatdyaneed...."…read moreTow? "NA".. Could've said yeah and charged 200+. Got it there and taken care of. No stress, straight up. Picked up 2 days later and quiet as a church mouse... Thank for the service. I'll be back... Recommend Highly!!!

Scott's Affordable Car Care & Fast Lube

3.8

(185 reviews)

We came in for a check engine light on our Kia Sorrento. These guys are super polite,…read morecommunicative, and worked as fast as they could! Alex was our service rep - he called with updates, and explained everything to me (without being condescending). The price was fair, and we'll definitely be back again if we have any car needs!

My check engine light popped on, and they are helping me figure out what's going on with that,…read moresuper friendly and knowledgeable- didn't make me feel like I didn't know anything because I'm a lady.

Dannys Automotive

4.9

(129 reviews)

Amazing staff, always super fast work, & they never try and sell me on extras I don't need…read more Trustworthy & friendly! Always recommend to anyone who is looking for a good reliable shop

Fast oil change again thanks Mike and crew I don't go…read moreanywhere else for service Price is 1/2 of dealers great value

Valvoline Instant Oil Change

(57 reviews)

By far my favorite place to get my oil changed. Staff are very friendly and helpful and never…read morepressure me to buy extra services or items. They will tell you what recommended services you may be due for, and that's it. It's always easy to decline and just do an oil change. If your car is due for extra services like a transmission or coolant flush, they are up to the task. They always get me in and out quickly and overall it's a stress free easy service. Highly recommended.

Quick service because no one else was there. I was needing convenience and didn't look at the…read moreprice.. This is the highest I've ever paid for a full synthetic oil change. I won't be back.

Oil Changers

(18 reviews)

It is my first time here I've driven by multiple times but decided to stop, the wait wasn't so bad,…read morethe whole crew here was very nice and made sure I was comfortable. I will definitely come back.

Oil change here $136 even after $20 off coupon... for the same oil change that I get at the other…read more"Oil changers" location on Auburn it cost $80.. Never coming back to this one. Way too expensive in these times!

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Gracie A.

1 year ago

requested a quote online and they got back to me super quick in like 10 mins!! when we got there we were in and out in less than 10 mins with no appointment, and he honored the quote that as given online with no problem. he was super nice and fast read more

Dave L.

2 years ago

Moved to CA from NC. I was totally clueless about what I needed to do to register my car. Found this place on a Google search and called them. They were super nice & helpful . read more

Tj S.

2 years ago

I didn't wait long at all. Service was done in a timely manner. Technician was very polite. I had few questions about my car and got answers that satisfied me. read more

Sean

1 month ago

Quick and easy stop! In and out in 10 minutes. Requested an estimate on yelp, responded very quickly and honored the price.

Erick V.

1 year ago

Professional, didn't have to wait long, Best Price, and I will use 5 Star Smog again. You won't go wrong with him read more

Janice V.

2 years ago

I get my car serviced here every year, never had any issues.Older gentlemen always is polite and proffesional.

Ally M.

7 months ago

Excellent work on my car.We're very happy with service and everything else,It was quite quick and friendly.

Ashish P.

4 months ago

Amazing!! I have and will continue to support this business as long as they keep running the way they do.

Avdija R.

2 years ago

Everything was good and quick service . Communication was attentive and I'm glad I found this station.

Peter

1 year ago

Fast, polite service. Everything is more expensive now days, but the pricing was more reasonable.

Mij ..

2 years ago

It was an easy appointment, with very professional service, and the smog approved in short visit.

Gerry K.

3 years ago

************************************** Excellent and fast service! Will be returning. read more

Doris L.

2 years ago

Fast clean and professional, would go here again not sure why more thoughts are needed

Rosario V.

1 year ago

Employee is very knowledgeable. Service was done quickly. Good pricing too! Very good.

sarah cassidy

1 year ago

Fast and professional. Only 10 min. Even gave me his individual AC/fan while I waited.

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