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    Aaron Smog Check

    5.0 (80 reviews)
    Closed 8:45 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Gregory W.

    Yesterday I had a meeting in downtown Los Angeles. And my appointment was running really late. Just found this location using Yelp. The ratings were high enough I jumped off the freeway and took my car in. There's a two-man team there. They were very fast, extremely friendly, and neat. I was in and out in under 30 minutes and that's with someone ahead of me. I strongly recommend these guys. The parking lot is a little tight but is very manageable.

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    2 months ago

    These guys are super professional, prompt, friendly and have good customer service offering water and seating while you wait.

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    6 months ago

    Quick and easy smog job. They also honor the yelp coupon and give a small discount. Plus they're local to be so thats a plus

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    3 years ago

    Was out of there super fast & got back to me super fast as well when I messaged him questions on the app

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    5 years ago

    In and out in 15 minutes! Fast, easy, nad even got free water on a hot day. Thank you Aaron!!!

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    5 years ago

    Ned a smog fast and honest. Come see these guys. A small father and son shop on 4th and Soto.

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    5 years ago

    Just friendly, good and relaxed service! Highly recommended!

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    5 years ago

    Awesome service and service minded attitude towards customer. Well deserved 5 stars and more than expected from rest of the great reviews

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    Excellent service! Rarely review on Yelp, but they took care of everything quick. There was no line when I arrived, it was about 15 minutes.

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    Love when you're not trying to be sold on something you don't need. Thanks for the prompt service. We will recommend to others.

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