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Apex Smog

3.7 (120 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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No S.

Beware! They promise $ off for positive reviews and never discount. Furthermore they will look for any excuse to fail you, tell you to fix and come back for certification only to tell you that you have to pay again! Very shady, specially if Missy is dealing with your vehicle.

Easy to find & get to.
Cindy H.

Perfectly easy. I got my coupon, drove into town & pulled right in. Dung was friendly, helpful & quick. In & out in about 20 minutes.

Rude women

This place is a piece is shit . This lady is rude and unprofessional, don't go there with a coupon or else the system will be down.

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1 year ago

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5 months ago

Very kind and professional, fast, affordable. Everything was smooth and easy! I will definitely be back to smog my cars here!

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7 months ago

Not open Saturdays as advertised . What a waste of my morning. Makes me question their service

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2 years ago

Professional, fast, and affordable SMOG check service. I No waiting and in and out in 15min. Recommend!

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3 years ago

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3 years ago

I have taken my car to Apex Smog in Escondido twice now and I found it to be quick and easy. Friendly people help also. Highly recommend.

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3 years ago

I came in to bring my wife's vehicle for a smog test and I was serviced right away. I was the first client of the day.

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2 years ago

Great service here. In n out. Be sure to show the coupon online and get yourself a deal! Ill be sure to be back in the future!

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2 years ago

Super fast and friendly service! I would bring my car here again, and recommend this business.

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3 years ago

Fast and cheaper than most places. Got in right away. Passed and way on my wat asap.

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I had purchased a Groupon for a Smog Check at Super Smog Escondido. Johnson immediately greeted me…read morewhen I arrived. I was the only customer throughout my visit and did not have to wait while he immediately began the intake process and inspection. Near completion, he mentioned that it had been a little difficult to read the numbers on my catalytic converters. This was surprising because, although my vehicle is a 2000, the converters were newly installed just a few years ago. I shared that I had bought my vehicle at an auction and afterwards learned it needed all four of the converters so...spending more than the car is worth.. I had new ones installed a few years ago. I have also had my vehicle smogged after the converters were installed, years ago. After completing the inspection and passing, I provided my Groupon to another Auto Tech while Johnson moved my car out of the service bay. Johnson instructed the other Auto Tech, if I was paying cash, it would be $10 (exactly) for my "8.25" smog check certificate". (I didn't realize this discrepancy until after I had left). Right after I had paid and after he had parked my vehicle, Johnson re-approached the service desk and explained that he needed to charge me an additional $10 because there was an "aftermarket service charge." I replied that I had read some of the reviews his business has received and mentioned that, in his replies, he often states for customers to refer to the terms of the Groupon. I then explained that there is nothing in the terms and conditions on the Groupon that mentions an "aftermarket service charge." He referred me to a sign under the service desk that showed a $10 charge for aftermarket parts, then he admitted it is not included in the terms on the Groupon certificate but that he would be adding it soon. He then offered not to charge me the fee "this time" but that now I would know for next time. Two stars for the fast, friendly service; minus three stars for the round up the certificate fee and the other surprise upcharges. Ultimately, I suggest you reconsider going to Super Smog Escondido if it would make you uncomfortable to refuse to pay incorrect charges ($10 instead of the $8.25 certificate fee) and other inappropriate charges that this business will likely try to tack on. Personally, I plan to not return. There are other smog inspection places nearby that are competitively priced and don't play these haggling, bait-and-switch games.

Called for a star station smog check.No appt necessary. In and out in 10 minutes. Unfortunately it…read morefailed inspection so have to repair and make a trip back. Will be charged again should be a good bargain.

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