Costa Mesa Smog Test Only

4.7 (407 reviews)

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Alyssa G.

Excellent service. The gentleman was efficient and kind. His facilities and clean, well kept and relaxing to wait in. I will definitely be returning and recommending. His price is very affordable and is probably the cheapest place to get smog test in CM. Look online for $20 coupon. Great place!

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Pascal B.

14 years ago

I would not recommend this smog test shop at all they are more interested in their $50 they make off you rather than service in my opinion. I had an engine warning light visible on the dash board, which would be an automatic failure. The company did not mention this to me but ran the test which I failed. I then took my car to a two Smog Test & Repair garages, both places said they were surprised that "Cost Mesa Smog & Test Only ran the test under the circumstances. I called and spoke to the manager and he was unwilling to make things right. I guess that says it all... read more

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Steve W.

6 years ago

Just got my 2006 Mini Cooper smog certified in less than 10mins. Great service, friendly, clean and simple. Called them up, they said come on over no wait and I was done. Bonus is they are 3 blocks from my home and honest price at $50. Thank you read more

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Rick O.

12 years ago

Great service, great people. I was in and out in 15 minutes. They're also open on Sunday which is nice! They email results directly to the DMV. read more

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Anna M.

11 years ago

Super quick and fair pricing. My car passed, so I'm not sure how things would be different if it didn't.

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Dominic R.

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9 years ago

Came here because of the great reviews and I was surely not disappointed! In n out within 10 minutes, simple process, and both gentlemen working were great and very informative. I will surely be back and strongly recommend this location! read more

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Heike B.

161

10 years ago

Quick, convenient and friendly! $50 out the door in less than 10 min. Can't beat that these days.

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Michelle D.

206

12 years ago

The gentlemen working yesterday were very attentive and nice. My car did not pass smog ,but the told me what to do to fix it. They said come back for one free retest. They were busy , but the wait time went by very quickly! I would recommend this place. read more

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Eric E.

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10 years ago

This place is great. Super fast if you have a "newer" car. Takes less th han 10 minutes. Nice & shaded waiting area with a consistent breeze. Even if you have an older car, still not a bad wait. Mention the coupon & BAM, save $20.00 I have been coming here for over ten years and never waited long at all. You can even catch up on an old Gunsmoke or Munsters episode if a soccer match is not on. read more

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Angelique J.

12 years ago

Three words to describe this place: Professional, Friendly and Fast. I was there no more than 15 mins. No waiting. Great price. Check for the coupon online. It's worth it. I'm referring friends and family. read more

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David R.

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14 years ago

Located behind the hand car wash on 17th street, The price was fair and they did what I needed. There are several smog places in the area and I chose this one because of the location. So, 3 stars, A-OK for me. read more

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Nicole A.

12 years ago

The service here is fast, friendly, and affordable. They offer a $20 off coupon on their website and there's no need to print it just mention it to them. It's helpful they were open on a Sunday when most places aren't. As a female I felt safe, comfortable, and wasn't worried about being nickle and dimed for extra repairs. read more

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Chris B.

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12 years ago

I came in here a couple months ago to also smog my 88 BMW M5. There was about 5 in front of me (Saturday) and I thought it was gonna take a while.....but they are fast and just under a hour later I was passed and done. Good stuff. read more

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Taryn E.

12 years ago

The absolutely best smog station my husband and I have ever been to! These guys were incredibly kind and seem very honest. I wanted to leave a tip, and felt so bad that we didn't have cash, so hopefully this makes up for it. read more

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Jay K.

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12 years ago

There was one car ahead of me and I was in and out in under 20 minutes. Very fast, friendly and efficient. My smog clearance was e-mailed directly to the DMV. Very happy with the service and would definitely recommend. read more

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Adam Z.

12 years ago

Friendly guys, fastest smog check of my life. Also, they had a copy of Cat Fancy in the magazine basket. #WINNING

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Anna F.

12 years ago

Amazing service. The two guys working were so helpful and put us straight in line and then gave us a discount. I didn't know these places could be so great but we will definitely be coming back here in the future. read more

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Jeremy C.

12 years ago

This place is great!! Friendly, fast service, at a very reasonable price...and my car always passes!!!

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Michael R.

12 years ago

Fantastic service...Good price...and the best part is it was quick and hassle free. Thanks guys.

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Dave G.

9 years ago

Very nice operator, performed the check very quickly. Taken a few of our cars here and will continue to do so. For check only, this place is hard to beat for convenience and price. read more

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Liz V.

7 years ago

This place is great! As a women we are always leery of getting ripped off and I felt very comfortable at this business. Prompt, clean, friendly..best price..highly recommend read more

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Bryan R.

12 years ago

The service was top notch, and they were absolutely the nicest people you could possible imagine. I was in and out in about 15 minutes - if that.Granted, I was there on a Wednesday morning, so busier times may take longer, but with as efficient as they were, I can't imagine it being that much more. Before taking my car there, I notice there was a $20 off coupon available online, but as soon as I started filling out the paperwork they went ahead and told me they were giving me the discount without me even mentioning it! Who does that?! Don't be suspicious of all the 5 star reviews, they are legitimate. This place really understands the key to this type of business, and for return business, is customer service. I'm sure there may be other good smog stations in the area, but I see absolutely no reason to go anywhere else in the future. read more

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Jessica W.

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10 years ago

This is the only place I go for smog checks. It is friendly, fast, cost effective and efficient. The location on 17th street makes it very easy. I was in and out in about 10 minutes and off to run my other errands. read more

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Sonali S.

8 years ago

Farnoush treated me with utmost respect, gave me a great price for smog test and I was able to leave within 15 mins. I highly recommend this business, they are very courteous and professional. read more

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Jennifer G.

645

11 years ago

Came here last minute and they were able to fit me right in. They were extremely polite, and even gave me the $20 discount when I mentioned yelp. On top of it, I was in and out in under 10 minutes which worked out perfectly since I had to go to work. I'll definitely be sending friends here. Fast, friendly, and affordable. Thanks guys!! read more

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Rayne R.

251

15 years ago

Seriously, nicest people ever! It was fast, easy and there was a cute little boutique right across the way. Thank you for making my life easier!! read more

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Kimberly M.

14 years ago

This place is great! Got $20 off and didn't even need the coupon! Very friendly service. Will definitely send everyone I know here. (I already sent my dad and he was happy too.) read more

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Jamie S.

120

11 years ago

Quick. Easy. Pleasant. If you live in the area I'd highly recommend this place for a smog check. Took 20 minutes and cost $50.

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Vance P.

10 years ago

This is such a great place to come for a quick "In and Out" smog check. The guys are super nice, and the price is in line with others (if not a bit less...mention the $10 off discount). This was a totally pleasant experience with no waiting whatsoever. I didn't have an appointment, and I was outta there in 10 minutes. They also transmit acknowledgement of your smog, directly to the DMV. It's a bit tricky to find (especially with a Nav system), but just remember it's "behind" the car wash, sitting in the middle of the parking lot. It's a small beach shack/cottage type building. Can't go wrong by going here. read more

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Nadia S.

16 years ago

Excellent customer service, trustworthy guys, & as Gabe mentioned - clearly stated prices. They go above what you'd expect to get at any type of mechanic shop. I highly recommend going here. Thanks guys! read more

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Jeanne C.

14 years ago

Friendly, fast and best price out there - GO, you won't be sorry. Thanks for the great service, Robert!!!

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Steve R.

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14 years ago

I sent my wife here in a hurry when I was at the DMV- they were responsive, quick, and honest with pricing. Will use them again.

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Courtney M.

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13 years ago

They close at 5. I called at 4:52 asking if I could come in, (didnt get there until 5:15) and they were still happy to take me. 5 stars.

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james s.

12 years ago

This place is great. They were fast, knowledgeable and extremely nice. It only took me 15 min from arrival until departure. I would highly recommend using them. read more

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Cassandra M.

11 years ago

You guys are great. You smogged my car....it didn't pass . So you told me what was wrong and I fixed it . You smogged it again and it passed .Thank you. read more

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Jason M.

11 years ago

Both gentleman working there were very friendly and they love pets. Price is competitive to the other smog places and they being opened on Sunday is a huge plus. read more

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Chris C.

7 years ago

Really cool place, the two guys that helped me out very quickly and with the best attitude. Also the price was great. Would recommend this place for anyone trying to get a smog check. read more

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Josh K.

7 years ago

Probably the fastest smog test ever. Got me in and out in about 10 minutes. Friendly service. Absolutely no complaints.

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Luke W.

9 years ago

I drove up and saw a few cars, so I was expecting a little bit of a wait, but they had my car done in about 15 mins. This was for a 99 4runner because of the age it takes a little longer since it has to be run on the dyno to get a Nox reading. I work as a technician in the automotive field and I know how some places can be, but these guys are awesome! Not only were they fast, valued my time, honest, and gave me a huge discount, they were also very friendly. It was just two guys that enjoy what they do and make you leave smiling as well. Just some good people all around doing the right thing. I hope nothing but the best for these guys. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! read more

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Mikael B.

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14 years ago

My first yelp review! These guys are great, as was said by practically everyone. I was feeling the urgency with my registration this week and I was in and out in 10-15 minutes hassle-free. I too received the $20 discount without showing the coupon. read more

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Anthony R.

12 years ago

This place is so awesome. Went their today(sunday) and had a great exp. The owner and his employees treat you so well and will answer any questions you have. Went to mesa smog and totally got ripped off so decided to come here and i will forever do my business here and refer everyone i know here. Dont see how anybody could ever give this place a bad review. Mention the coupon and save $20. read more

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178 Wells Pl
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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(949) 650-6060
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Costa mesa Smog Test Only is STAR certified Smog Test Only Station serving Costa Mesa, CA 92627. We offer smog checks for all DMV Smog Test, smog inspection, Smog Test only, smog certification and smog coupons. Let our professional friendly technicians serve you. We do smog checks for all cars, trucks, SUVs and mobile homes. We have been in automotive business for over 20 years. All our employees are certified advanced smog technicians by state of California. We perform smog tests within 15 minutes or less. You are in and out of our smog station quickly. We sweeten the deal with special Smog Check Coupons to lower your costs even more.

History

Established in 2009.

Let our professional friendly technicians serve you. We do smog checks for all cars, trucks, SUVs and mobile homes. If you need a smog test for any reason, we can do it - DMV, change of ownership, test only and out of state inspections. No appointment necessary. DMV Registration Notice"Smog Check Required" Regular smog Out of State registration Test Only Gross Polluter Change of Ownership

Meet the Business Owner: Robert S.

I had an awesome experience getting a smog test here...it was really quick and easy and even a few dollars less than the other places nearby. I'd completely recommend this place!

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Josh J.

5 years ago

Never patronize this business. they are not Cv safe. the owner screamed at me, yelled epithets, even dropped f bombs at me. I was hesitant to get out of my car. He was clearly not clean, unkempt and unshaven. I would not want this dirty man in my car under any circumstances but certainly not during CV so I asked to remain in the vehicle and he could slide the instrument in with me moving over. he then blew up! I have been insulted before but never for no reason like this and certainly never from refusing a dirty man into my space. he then yelled at me, called me. Trumper (i am a lifelong Democrat) and he got so mad and so insulting that his coworker tried to restrain and call him but he could not. All the while I am still in my new nice car that I purchased out of state so I neended a CA smog. never go here. The world needs to be a place where little angry men are punished for being bullies. and "Mike" does not deserve your business. I also filed a complaint with the Stste of CA if that does anything. read more

faith n.

11 years ago

I had a friend who took his car here to get smogged a few years ago, and they broke his drivers seat by falling full force onto the side of his seat like you fall onto a couch. Yelp removed his review so you can't see it, so I decided to post a review because I don't think Yelp should have removed his review. I'm guessing that the owner contacted Yelp and forced them to remove his review. Anyway, he talked to the owner at their other location "Newport and Costa Mesa Smog" on Newport Blvd, and the owner just pushed on the seat to try to fix and hide the broken seat to try to make it so you couldn't see that the seat was broken on the inside. He said he would get back to him, and later basically just challenged him to take him to court. read more

Shohreh S.

16 years ago

Customer for life These guys are the best! Extremely knowledgeable, very nice, and very efficient. I went their in the middle of the day. There were several cars there waiting when I arrived, yet Robert still greeted me right away, took care of some of the paper work, and did everything else. As soon as one car was done being smogged, they would pull the next one in immediately and start working. I figured i would be there for at least an hour, but thanks to their efficiency and teamwork, i was in and out in 20 minutes. They provide a nice shaded area to relax while waiting as well. Overall, the best smog check experience ive ever had, would and will recommend this place to everyone! read more

Lathy O.

1 year ago

Fast, Friendly, and Hassle-Free! I had such a great experience at Costa Mesa Smog Test Only! The location was easy to find, and the entire process was quick and efficient -- I was in and out in no time. They even have a cute little seating area where you can wait comfortably while they take care of everything. The staff was super helpful and professional, and the customer service was truly 5-star. As a first-time customer, I also received a $20 discount, which was such a nice bonus. Highly recommend this spot if you want your smog test done stress-free! read more

Crape M.

7 years ago

friendly people - was a reasonable $50 including the certificate and a $2 credit card fee ($48 if you pay cash) in and out in ~10 mins! - a little hard to find (behind car wash in an converted old garage) with some interesting fun wall art i would say ~4.4 stars which would have been 5 stars if it there was better signage from 17th st and on the building, making it easier to find read more

Fredrick B.

16 years ago

Awsome place. I called in and asked the price. A guy answered the phone and was very polite. He gave me the total price including the certificate and the transfer fee. When I got there, there was no hidden fee. I waited a short time and the test was done. Very proffessiopnal and friendly place. I highly recommend them. Just give them a try and you'll find out how nice this place is. read more

Kali C.

15 years ago

Highly recommended. It's hard to find great customer service these days, but this place represents everything that great customer service entails. They were fast and helpful. Good prices. They even stayed open late for me because I didn't get off work in time. They were such nice people. Definitely go there for your smog test!! read more

Costa Mesa S.

12 years ago

We were surprised by this review. our invoices state in bright red letters that there is a 30 day limit on free re-tests. We did try to work with Alexandra by offering her a retest for a cheaper price, But she chose to essentially blackmail us by demanding it to be completely free or bad review us on yelp. read more

Hannah P.

11 years ago

Great. There was no wait. Took less than 10 minutes and they kindly answered my questions about the testing and what is required to pass. Now I can modify my car with confidence that it will still pass and remain legal. Thanks! read more

Christa S.

123

6 months ago

While I didn't like the customer service over the phone I am changing my review from 1 star to 3 as I don't know how there overall service is and I only spoke to them over the phone. I wish this business the best read more

Garrett E.

13 years ago

Zee is a super nice guy. always accommodating and very pleasant. Easy to find and easy access. The best place to go for smog test. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. read more

Koala L.

105

12 years ago

Fast, simple transaction, fair price. Loved it! In and out in 20 minutes! Very nice and sincere people. Hard to find but it is next to the carwash. read more

Riley C.

681

6 years ago

This place was awesome! It's never fun to go and get your car smogged but this place was really easy and quick. Not to mention very fairly priced! read more