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Huge thanks for the great service. I arrived in a large box truck, and the staff member helped me park it and explained how to do everything properly. Everything went very quickly, and we had a pleasant conversation. Thank you so much -- I'll definitely come back and recommend this place to my friends. read more

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It's my first time getting my smog checked since it was needed for registration renewal. And so I called ahead to see if appointments were needed. The gentleman who answered I believe is the owner too, informed me that I can just do a walk in and told me what time the shop closes. I came within less than an hour after calling. I didn't realize at first when I got here that Firestone and the smog check were different. Thought it was a connected shop. Oops. Either way, this spot is small and just on the left side of it. I really wasn't sure what to expect but service was really quick. He did the test, I signed the form and he did the rest. He was really friendly and complimented the care I put into my car. And it's a fair value that I paid which was just $50. They accept cash & card too. read more

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Luc N.

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Rick C.

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Been going here for years. Luc sm is friendly and fast. He does free retest if your car fails.

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Been coming here for years!! Great service, fast and friendly. Cash discounts available!! Come stop by!! read more

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AWESOME! Luc is fast, fair and honest! I have used 7 Stars several times. Right next door to Firestone on Convoy. Always a blessing to find an honest professional in the auctomtive industry. read more

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Betty L.

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I went middle of the day and middle of the week. No appointment. One car ahead of me. When he pulled out I pulled in. 10 minutes later all done. Thank you So Much! I used the cupon from the website and paid cash. $50. So glad I found this Smog Check location!!! read more

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Luc N.

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Mike O.

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Gotta support small businesses. First come, first serve. Was first in line and out in less than 20 minutes! Highly recommended!! Cash Discounts available! read more

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Ive been coming to him for years smogging my car.. he has relocated a couple times though.. if u are trying to find his shop to smog your car.. its right next to Firestone on Convoy.. he's fast with reliable service!! Not to mention if your car does not pass smog the first time he will not charge you for a repeat!! Now thats exceptional customer service!! Lets not forget the pricing is under 50 for a regular car.. i don't think that price can be beat read more

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Ken W.

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I have been taking my vehicles to 7 Stars Test Only Smog station for nine years. Luc Nguyen, the owner, is honest and hard-working. Before finding this place, I went to other smog testers and was unimpressed. I experienced delays in getting the testing for no known reasons (not mechanical.) Luc gets me in and out in about 20 minutes! I don't live close to his location, but he's worth the drive! read more

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Pavan K.

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Super easy, quick and friendly! He was really efficient and talked through what he was doing. Highly recommend!!

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Luc N.

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Melissa R.

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Luc is so efficient and nice! Thank you! I highly recommend this Star Station. Thanks for handling all of our family's cars! read more

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Great service, very friendly, and very fast! I was a walk-in customer without an appointment when the shop open. Test was completed within 10-15 minutes! I will be bringing my vehicles here from now on. Thank you! read more

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Hannah Y.

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No need for appointment, but only one spot to test smog so it can sometimes be a wait. However, it is very an affordable well done service that gets you in and out very quickly read more

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Sarah K.

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I came here after my mechanic (Quality Automotive) recommended I go here to get a smog and I'm really glad that I did. I showed up on a Wednesday around 1:30pm and got my smog test done in what felt like under 15 min and for a good price too! Would def be back & recommend to anyone looking to get their smog check done! read more

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Luc N.

Thank you for your business and the positive review.

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Jason H.

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Needed to SMOG for my renewal and was referred here by my usual shop. Service was quick and painless.

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I called in ahead of time and one of the techs quoted me a lower rate than some of his competitors. I asked how long the wait would be and he said just 15-20 minutes since they weren't that busy. LOCATION: this place is not easily visible from the main Balboa Avenue. It's tucked away all the way in the back. Try to slow down and look out for the 7 stars sign and turn into the driveway. SERVICE: when I went in another tech said it would cost a little more, but when I told him the amount I was quoted over the phone, he honored it. As soon as I sat down to fill out the paperwork and check out some of their Vietnamese decor on the walls, I was told my car was done! The tech said my car is in great shape and I was glad to hear it passed with flying colors! Great value and service, I would definitely return! Beware one of the techs has a pretty harsh accent, so you may have a little trouble understanding him. read more

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Debi F.

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I needed a smog certificate with my renewal on my registration. I went to 7 Stars Test Only on Convoy Street. The owner was fast, efficient and friendly. The service and price were excellent. I believe that is the most efficient and least expensive smog test (with certificate) I've ever had done. Definitely will go back again when I need another one. read more

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Patti C.

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Quick efficient, reasonable and friendly. What more could I ask? I will take all my cars here for their smog test.

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Came for an emissions test that I needed last minute. Great service! Fast. Easy. Best price in town. And the owner was nice. He pointed out mistakes that the dealer made when I got an oil change the day before! Above and beyond type of service. read more

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Sally M.

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I've taken my husband's car here multiple times and it is always super quick. Luc runs 7 Stars and he is always super friendly and doesn't waste any time in getting your car checked quickly. Prices are reasonable and you really can't beat the awesome service. 7 stars is slightly hidden, but it's in the same location as ORW. Turn into that driveway and just head straight to the back and it's at the very end on the right. read more

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Very good fast and honest owner. I did all my cars there with no problem for years. Always giving good advice and helpful with new California laws for smog etc. read more

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Steve N.

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Quick, professional service and a fair price. I would highly recommend 7 Stars Test Only to anyone seeking a vehicle smog check.

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Nick T.

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Fast, efficient, reasonably priced and super friendly. We get our smog test here all the time and would recommend it to friends and family.

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I've been using this establishment for my required CA smog check tests for years now and he is always fast, friendly and proficient.

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Great job and quick. We will definitely use them again. We did also use the coupon on their website which is so helpful and sealed the deal for me. read more

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Mike D.

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More good luck with Luc. 1:30p on a Friday afternoon. No waiting and my 91 Nissan PU has passed yet again. If you are required to go to Test Only "STAR" smog station, then this is your place. read more

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Tony C.

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Luke is a mechanical engineer and an awesome smog tech. Very spacious parking lot and easy to find within firestone tire center. Super clean and well organized shop. Courtesy and prompt service. Sorry So Cal smog, you've lost a valuable customer. read more

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Armand S.

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I've been taking my 1997 Nissan to 7 Stars Test Only for a number of years now and was always pleased by the service. They are friendly, efficient, honest and reasonably priced. Highly recommended! read more

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Teresa R.

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Had limited time to get my truck smogged over lunch. Found 7 Stars near work and to the shop I went. Luc was able to get my vehicle in and tested in short time allowing me to get back in plenty of time on time. He went ABOVE and BEYOND! Fair pricing, clean shop, friendly owner. I'd give him 7 stars if I could! Thanks Luc! read more

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This SMOG station was recommended to me over 3 yrs ago and ever since then, I've been coming here w/o any hesitation. Very straight forward and honest! He'll get you in and out w/o any BS....test and go!! read more

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Came here since my 2005 vehicle needed a star smog check. Once I arrived, I was in and out in less than 15 minutes. The guy was very nice and the place was surprisingly clean and well lit for a smog check. read more

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Amber B.

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Absolutely by far the best smog station in San Diego. Luc goes above and beyond, he gets you right in and out and he is beyond helpful. I had an older Jeep that I purchased and the guy who sold it ended up being really crooked. Luc helped me so much as I had to go through the process of repairs and the until the right things were fixed and it passed smog. Luc and his station have my business for life. read more

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David S.

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Luc was about to leave For the day, and I pulled up late. He ended up helping me and staying late to get my smog done. What a great experience, we talked cars for a bit, overall Luc was awesome and I Will definitely be coming back as well as sending my friends and family here. Great way to do business! read more

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george g.

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I was out doing errands with my kid and used Yelp to find this location. Their website showed a great price for a smog (noting I skipped another that did not provide a price). I was greeted immediately with friendly service, a quick discussion about pricing, and he gave me the estimated wait time (about 5 min). After about 2 minutes, he was ready to go. I didn't watch the clock while he was testing my vehicle, but it was super quick. The test was finished with a smile and he was sweet enough to take a few bucks off if I took my kid to get a treat. He was also very appreciative to receive cash and provided a couple great tips on how to get through the dmv faster. Yes, I'd go back to this location. read more

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Great service and took just 15 minutes! I forgot my paperwork but luckily i had a photo of it on my phone that he was able to scan! Will be using him in the future. read more

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Lisa N.

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I am so glad I stumbled across this place , the yelp reviews are right on. Luke the owner is such a nice guy!! In addition to being quick , friendly and reasonably priced, he gave me a few other tips regarding my car. I definitely will use 7 stars for all my future smog checks.. read more

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Andew K.

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The owner of this place is simply awesome! Couldn't find a nicer guy, so I pretty much don't take my vehicles any place else when it's time for a smog check! read more

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This is now my number 1 place. Just brought two cars here. Friendly, fast and reasonable. I woll be back. Thank you!

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Luc is the best.. what a great guy! He will help you understand how to repair your car if your car has not passed.. to make it run the way it should to pass. I highly recommend 7 Stars. read more

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Tammy N.

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Wow! I came here for my first ever smog check and the man with cool long hair helped me. He was super nice and gave me a lot of helpful advice for my aging corolla. The smog check took 5 minutes. FIVE. I timed him since my friend recommended this place and said they are cheap and fast lol :P. $45 for five mins of smog check and they send the certificate to the DMV, he was helpful and told me when the certificate should arrive to them and recommended that I get spark plugs for my car. My trip there was fast and painless and I was done in less than a total of 15 minutes. :). This will be my go-to place for smog checks read more

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4464 Convoy St
Ste A
San Diego, CA 92111
Kearny Mesa
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(858) 278-8737
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Meet the Business Owner: Luc N.

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“Luc was able to get my vehicle in and tested in short time allowing me to get back in plenty of time on time.”

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4.9

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Griffin's Auto Repair

4.1

(358 reviews)

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HUGE shoutout to brake stop- I called at 1 pm needing all new rotors and pads, brake fluid and he…read morehad my car ready by 4. Pricing was fair given scope of work and my new brakes work great. Totally will recommend others to go here, thank you guys!

Buyer beware. These guys charged me $425 to replace my battery and four days later. The car…read morewouldn't start. I took it back because they guaranteed their work then they tried to charge me $185 for a diagnostic fee and still did not know what was wrong with the vehicle. It appears that they have no idea what they're doing. Please do not go to this location.

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Excellent repair shop. Honest and knowledgeable. Decent prices compared to their competitors…read more I came here bc I was stuck and now I will be using them as my regular shop!

Qwan at Hillcrest Smog and Repair is the best. Quality work, and someone you can trust. Having…read moregrown up and worked in car agencies, I know who knows what they are doing and who isn't. They were the best. Honest and top quality. No need to look further.

Thao Auto Repair

4.4

(249 reviews)

It's unfortunate because I really wanted to give this place a try, it would've been convenient for…read moreus since we manage multiple vehicles, and I was hoping to build a solid business relationship. On 4/14 I brought in an Escalade after replacing the rear brakes because it started throwing multiple warning lights, even though the ABS sensor and brakes were already replaced. I understand newer vehicle technology can sometimes cause glitches even with simple repairs, so I trusted they'd be able to diagnose and fix it. They charged a $130 diagnostic fee, which I was completely fine with. The next day, they said they needed to reset the computer for $390. Since I had already paid for the diagnostic and was told it would go toward the repair, I agreed. The following day, I was told they couldn't reset it and that I'd need a new module for $3,468.54. I declined and decided to get a second opinion from our regular mechanic. I still paid the $390 plus a $13.65 service charge, which I later found out was a credit card fee. The next day, I took the vehicle to our regular mechanic. Within 2 hours, they cleared the stored codes and the vehicle was ready, total cost: $120. No waiting days, no module replacement, and no unnecessary upsell. I waited a couple of weeks before writing this review to make sure the issue didn't come back, and also spoke with Barry to see if anything could be done about the $403.65 I paid. I felt it was unfair to be charged for a service that ultimately wasn't completed. I would've been completely fine just paying the $130 diagnostic fee. Unfortunately, he declined, stating the charge was for their time. I understand time was spent, but from a business standpoint, I wouldn't feel right charging a client for a repair that wasn't successfully completed, especially when the vehicle left in the same condition it arrived. Because of this experience, I wouldn't return or recommend this shop to others. I think it's important for people to know that you may end up paying for work that doesn't actually resolve the issue.

It's September 2025. Here's an update…read more Service was better than expected. I took my car in for a diagnostics. Thao was the 3rd diagnosis for me. I need certainty. Since all three reliable and reputable mechanics disagreed, I went with my instinct. Thus, maybe my vehicle was complex. What I will say is that they provide fair pricing, they recommend a diagnostic despite what a different mechanic may have suggested, and they communicate in a timely manner without wasting your time. *No customer drop off/ pick up provided

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(62 reviews)

About a week, I made a verbal fleet servicing agreement with AA Smog Shop San Diego Auto Clinic…read more They're a small shop in a dicey location, but I like to support small businesses and have grown to trust many small businesses around San Diego for my fleet. I sent my 1st vehicle to them 4/9/13 and everything went as promised. Today, 4 days later, I sent a 2nd vehicle and the price was all of a sudden 15% higher. Same vehicle model, same engine, & same service. Having spent some time talking to the owners CJ and Nan when initially setting up terms, I thought it must be an honest mistake. When I called, Nan mentioned some additional fees that were not outlined in the first invoice. She said she was unaware of the exact deal we had made, but she would talk to CJ about it. It just seemed like miscommunication. CJ called me back, I explained the situation by calmly and politely referring back to the 1st invoice they sent me. CJ proceeded to go back on our original agreement citing oil prices (wasn't that calculated on the initial agreement?), told me to go somewhere else, and hung up. This was unexpected as my original agreement was discussed with them over the span of multiple conversations. It feels like a bait and switch. It feels like the additional charge was added on purpose in hopes that I would not be paying attention to my invoicing.

I was due for my bi-annual smog test and, as usual, was waiting until the last minute. I decided…read moreto try my best to get it in during my lunch hour and was looking on Yelp for a convenient location with good reviews, and I had to find a required star station. I was not led astray. I pulled into AA Smog around 12:15 on a Wednesday afternoon. I was the only car there. However, right after that, two other cars pulled in behind me. The attendant, maybe the owner, jumped out to greet me. He took my info and DMV paperwork. He quoted me $65 dollars, which I found quite reasonable, as other nearby places charge more, even when they claim to be offering a discount. I sat down in one of of the few lawn chairs to wait. Literally, five minutes later, my car had passed and was ready to go. On top of that, the person who helped me was quite friendly and chatted with me about his four cockatiels who were there with him. Getting Smogged is never something was want to do, but something we have to do. AA Smog Shop made it easy.

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Highly recommend for road trip prep!…read more This is an amazing place to get your vehicle inspected before a long road trip. I booked online, noted my concerns in the text box, and dropped my car off the next day. After checking in at the office, I walked Joey through my concerns and opted for a Post-Purchase Inspection. Joey sent over the findings quickly and gave me his honest, upfront opinion on what needed immediate attention before my trip versus what maintenance could wait until I reached my destination. He also provided a clear copy of the inspection quotes so there were no surprises. In the end, they completed the full inspection, replaced the car battery, and fixed a coolant leak for around $550+ (including taxes). I definitely recommend this shop! Pro-tip: Try to get there early in the day, as on-site parking and road traffic can get a bit hectic later on.

Bottom Line Upfront: Miramar Auto Repair is one of the best values of any auto shop in San Diego…read more Jason and Pedro were exceptional in taking care of me, and finding a solution to a very technical challenge. I brought in my Honda Ridgeline for an issue with my AC. Jason worked with me at the front-desk and went above and beyond to understand my issue and the troubleshooting I had already done. He explained to me CONCISELY what the feasible issue may be, and how they were going to approach a diagnosis. Jason was extremely knowledgeable, and followed up promptly to discuss the fix. Pedro was also exceptional. He found the issue (rodent-chewed wires) and repaired it perfectly. When I picked up my car, he was as excited as I was to have helped me. Before Miramar Auto, I took my truck to the Honda dealer, and they charged twice as much for a diagnosis, only to tell me that I would need a new compressor (incorrect diagnosis) and that it would cost twice as much as I ended up paying out the door at Miramar auto. I couldn't believe how easy Miramar Auto made it. To say that Jason, Pedro, and Miramar Auto are honest, fair, and made me feel taken care of... would be an understatement. They have rightfully earned another lifelong customer. Thank you Miramar Auto!

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Highly recommend for road trip prep!…read more This is an amazing place to get your vehicle inspected before a long road trip. I booked online, noted my concerns in the text box, and dropped my car off the next day. After checking in at the office, I walked Joey through my concerns and opted for a Post-Purchase Inspection. Joey sent over the findings quickly and gave me his honest, upfront opinion on what needed immediate attention before my trip versus what maintenance could wait until I reached my destination. He also provided a clear copy of the inspection quotes so there were no surprises. In the end, they completed the full inspection, replaced the car battery, and fixed a coolant leak for around $550+ (including taxes). I definitely recommend this shop! Pro-tip: Try to get there early in the day, as on-site parking and road traffic can get a bit hectic later on.

Bottom Line Upfront: Miramar Auto Repair is one of the best values of any auto shop in San Diego…read more Jason and Pedro were exceptional in taking care of me, and finding a solution to a very technical challenge. I brought in my Honda Ridgeline for an issue with my AC. Jason worked with me at the front-desk and went above and beyond to understand my issue and the troubleshooting I had already done. He explained to me CONCISELY what the feasible issue may be, and how they were going to approach a diagnosis. Jason was extremely knowledgeable, and followed up promptly to discuss the fix. Pedro was also exceptional. He found the issue (rodent-chewed wires) and repaired it perfectly. When I picked up my car, he was as excited as I was to have helped me. Before Miramar Auto, I took my truck to the Honda dealer, and they charged twice as much for a diagnosis, only to tell me that I would need a new compressor (incorrect diagnosis) and that it would cost twice as much as I ended up paying out the door at Miramar auto. I couldn't believe how easy Miramar Auto made it. To say that Jason, Pedro, and Miramar Auto are honest, fair, and made me feel taken care of... would be an understatement. They have rightfully earned another lifelong customer. Thank you Miramar Auto!

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ana m.

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15 years ago

i am a shop who buy and sell cars, and smog inspection is required by law, i have been dealing with mr. luc for all my smog needs, he is been an amazing man, accurate and on time. also very professional shop, friendly enviorment. i highly recomend this shop for all your smog needs, honest and and friendly service is priceless in this economy... thank you luc read more

Karen M.

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11 years ago

I had my smog check done here, and the experience was fantastic. Very courteous and fast service at a great price. I would definitely go here again and recommend it highly. read more

C M.

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13 years ago

Good price and and honest service. Was in and out in no time. If I timed it right I think it was under 20mins. Definitely check it out

Daphne P.

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6 years ago

Quick and easy. If you go when it's not lunch time or right after work, it's really in and out

Jeff H.

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8 years ago

My dad refered me here. This guy is on the up and up. I will always come here for my checks!

Steve C.

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7 years ago

The best place I've gone to have my cars smogged.

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4.2

(141 reviews)

Seamless process. Completed in 20 minutes!! Phenomenal customer service. Fair price. I will see…read morethem again next year!

This place is fast and easy. Called same day and dropped the car for a check…read more $56 ~15 mins or less

A & P Smog Check Station

4.5

(159 reviews)

10/10. Very quick service, good quality and customer service. It is nestled in the Convoy area, but…read moreIf you come early enough, the time you wait won't take that long. FYI: credit card charge is $3 for VISA/Mastercard and $6 for AMEX.

Here at A&P Smog with my oldest daughter. Very quick and very professional. This is a family owned…read morebusiness that knows what they are doing. Only less than 15 minutes we are in and out of there in time for my daughter to watch Cocomelon lol

Star Station Smog Check

4.9

(1.1k reviews)

Reasonably priced Great service…read moreFAST No hassle No appt necessary Convenient location

Stopped in for a smog check. Ken and Leo took great care of me. Quick and easy turn around at a…read moresuper clean shop.

3B Smog Check Station

5.0

(62 reviews)

I came on a Friday and the service requested was a smog check/inspection. They were not busy, super…read morefriendly and smogged my vehicle right away. I have a diesel engine and the smog cost was only $59.99, which is a great value. It's an easy location to get in and out of and the service was fast, and quick. I called ahead of time just to check if they were backed up on services, and they said to come in now. I would recommend calling ahead because another one I went to nearby had a 1.5 hour wait. I'll definitely come back.

Great service. Staff and owner were really polite and quick to get me in and out. The total time…read moretook maybe 15 minutes and the price for smog checks was very fair. It is attached to the side of the gas station if you have trouble finding it, but hopefully not as it a fairly big building.

Smog Clinic

(679 reviews)

Stopped by on a Friday about 10am, no wait for the smog check. $50 bucks and out the door in 10…read moreminutes. Will definitely use again

Came here to get my car smogged and I'm glad I found this spot. It's definitely hard to find, so…read moregive yourself a little extra time the first visit, but once you're there it's smooth sailing. Service was friendly, straightforward, and no nonsense exactly what you want when getting a smog check. The gentleman behind the counter was super helpful, explained things simply, and got right to work. There's a small but comfortable area to sit while your car is being smogged, and the whole process was quick and easy. No upselling, no pressure, just straight-to-the-point service. I'll definitely be coming back.

Star Station Smog Check 3

4.9

(549 reviews)

I love the quick service and the friendly atmosphere of the shop. You can find the $10 coupon off…read moretheir website. If you are looking for fast service that takes care of your smog needs then I would come here because they are pretty attentive and quick. If you go on a busy weekend for In-N-Out or lunch or dinner time, then you are gonna run into some traffic coming in, but I went in the morning and it was a quick easy smog check. The person working in the front was nice and welcoming.

Great service and quick. I would go back anytime I'm in town and need a smog. Thank youread more

Linda Vista Smog Check

5.0

(13 reviews)

This place is located on a busy street. I missed the sign and drove past it. Pro tip is to slow…read moredown when approaching the business so you don't miss the turn in. I came here yesterday without an appointment. I was surprised to be in and out quick. The shop was very accommodating and made the process very easy. They were able to send my smog results to the dmv right away. Mentioned the yelp price for a discount. Highly recommend!

Yousef just opened this shop about a month ago and we had a really good experience getting our Ford…read moreTransit smogged here. He was very nice and took the time to give us some helpful info and advice about registering an out-of-state vehicle, which we really appreciated. It was $58 for our Ford Transit, which felt very reasonable. You can tell he's a real car guy and knows what he's doing. Really glad to have a spot like this nearby in Linda Vista. We'd definitely come back.

Instant Smog Check & Repairs

4.0

(213 reviews)

Carlos and Edgar fixed a hole in my tire free of charge when I came in with a flat. They were so…read morekind and helped me out in a pinch. This is always my go to place when I need something fixed!

In response to the owners comment: this has nothing to do with your coupon banner. Your employee…read morewas very clear that my Toyota RAV4 needed a "special kind of oil" instead of the full synthetic I always get. Ridiculous!

Smog Pros

3.8

(59 reviews)

I come here every time my smog certificate is required from the DMV. The prices have gone up over…read morethe years but they always take off $20 with their online coupon. They are super quick and after the car passes smog it electronically goes to the DMV. Usually one or two cars waiting to be smogged but you can be in and out in 30 min.

It was quick and easy had two people in front of me, took approximately 20mins and had outstanding…read moreservice.

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