Fast Smog

(703 reviews)

Such an amazing guy!…read more Zee handles it all! This should be your place if you are looking for one and if you have a place give Zee a try he will beat all of them! Trust me!

I took my vehicle in for smog and the technician failed my vehicle bc there was a check engine…read morelight on due to a loose gas cap of all things. Instead of tightening and running again, he said I need to drive with tight fuel cap but that I'll need to pay another fee to have him run it again. Basically finding ways to double charge. I will never come here again.

Soco Smog Test - Smog Check Station in Costa Mesa, CA

(628 reviews)

10/10 experience! I always really dread doing any auto maintenance, but this was by far the most…read morepainless and pleasant experience! Customer service was wonderful, pricing was very fair, and the whole thing only took 15 minutes! Will definitely recommend to all my friends!

She was not only super friendly, she had great pricing, and was super quick!!…read moreCan't recommend this place enough!!! Will be back for sure if I ever need a smog check again!!

Costa Mesa Smog Test Only

(405 reviews)

Fast and friendly service. We've used Costa Mesa Smog for…read moreseveral years and are always very satisfied with their service

Excellent service. The gentleman was efficient and kind. His facilities and clean, well kept and…read morerelaxing 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!

Blue Sky Smog STAR Certified Station

4.6

(113 reviews)

This review is long overdue. Our family has been using Sam for five or so years. He has always…read morebeen proficient and reliable. He runs a very clean shop, very competitive pricing, and gets us in and out quickly. Sam is well deserving of his STAR certification and of a five star Yelp rating!

Quick and easy! Sam was very nice and took my car right away I was in/out in 20 mins…read more I used the 20% from yelp and still this place was a bit pricey but I didn't mind considering how easy it was. I'll likely be back.

Mesa Smog

3.6

(117 reviews)

I've been going there for at least fifteen years, always great service, super fast, and if there's…read morea problem, they explain it in detail.

I HIGHLY recommend Mesa smog. My car failed a smog test the first time. I rarely drive the car. I…read moretook my GTI to Beach House Auto Repair. Ty reset the computer and told me to take it to Mesa Smog. I took it to Mesa Smog at Ty's suggestion. As I rolled in, the check engine light came on. The team leader at Mesa Smog said that the car was going to fail the test again. He gave me detailed instructions on what to do in terms of driving to get the car to reset itself. I followed the directions and took it back to Mesa Smog and the car passed. Very knowledgeable, honest and great service.

Superior Smog Center

4.4

(25 reviews)

Quick efficient place to meet state smog requirement. They took care of getting it done quick!read more

I was recommended to Superior Smog by Theodore Robbins Ford, and so glad I was! Jim was truly the…read morebest as he's been there for 35 years! Excellent, professional and quick! Jim got me right in and even bought me a cup of coffee. Terrific experience and I absolutely recommend this smog center!

Star Smog Test Only

(34 reviews)

Zee's smog is the best in Orange County. He is honest and very good at his job. Please consider him…read morefor your smog needs.

No idea what the good reviews are about. Guy was rude, plain and simple. Refused to smog my car,…read morelet alone even look at it. Avoid at all costs. UPDATE: I have two previous successful tests for my vehicle and it just underwent a full repair by a certified mechanic. I'm well-versed in these vehicles. Plain and simple, this guy just didn't want to smog my vehicle and was rude about it. Would recommend avoiding this place at all costs.

Newport Smog & Auto Registration

4.8

(459 reviews)

So friendly, was quick! The owner it's a great person!…read more If you really appreciate quality and good service this is the place !

They got me in and out under 20 minutes for a SMOG check on a Saturday morning at 8:30 a.m. I…read morecannot ask for much more than that. You just park in the front and they take ~15 minutes per vehicle. The pricing is fair and competitive and the location was convenient.

Newport And Costa Mesa Smog

4.2

(110 reviews)

He was quick and passed first time. He gave me a discount on the smog check. Cheapest one I could…read morefind.

The cap to the compartment in which they plug their computer into the car to conduct a smog check…read morewas missing and I didn't notice until I left. I came back and they helped me search my car and found it on the side of the passenger seat. Other than that minor incident the smog check went quickly and they were very professional. Will come back in the future

ExperTec Automotive

4.6

(422 reviews)

I brought my car in today for both a scheduled service and an electrical repair. I appreciate that…read morethe repair was completed on time, and overall I am satisfied with the quality of the work performed by the technicians. However, I would like to provide some feedback regarding my experience at the front desk. When I spoke with one of the receptionists, Jose (if I recall his name correctly), I felt that he was not as courteous and welcoming as I expected. He appeared very stressed and overly serious during our interaction, which made me feel somewhat uncomfortable as a customer. I understand that the workplace can be busy and demanding, and I do not intend this as a personal criticism. I simply wanted to share my experience in the hope that customer service interactions can be more friendly and approachable in the future. Thank you for your attention and for the work done on my vehicle.

Came here to drop off my Jetta -- been coming here for years, they are HONEST…read more In the age of AI and all the bells and whistles , you yearn for authenticity and old school environment where word is your bond This is that place. I've known Gary for over a decade - the culture in this company is one that fosters long term Employees like Gary who love to work there I'll only service my cars here

The AutoMedic

(601 reviews)

The team at AutoMedic have serviced two of my trucks the past couple of years. They've assisted me…read morewith great service and insights when it came to diagnosing and repairing issues. I'm very grateful for their service and highly recommend anyone looking for mobile mechanics in orange county. Thank you!

Excellent! Inquired…read moreon yelp and received a message back in less than 20 minutes. Less than an hour later a technician arrived to begin work. Would recommend this company to others, and will use again in the future for any similar needed services.

AC Exchange Auto Air Conditioning

4.0

(134 reviews)

If you're having AC problems with your car I HIGHLY recommend this place!!…read more I was helped by Jose who was very helpful and knowledgeable. The pricing for my repair was fair and way more affordable than what the jeep dealership wanted to charge me. Overall I'm very happy with my experience here. I'll finally get to drive around feeling cool and comfortable during this summer heat

Great shop--honest, direct, and knowledgeable. No upselling or misleading, just straight answers…read more Jose took great care of me. I brought in my Fisker Ocean to check the A/C for a possible leak, and they did exactly what I requested--nothing more, nothing less. Really appreciate the professionalism. Highly recommend.

Jiffy Lube Oil Change

(788 reviews)

This Jiffy Lube has become my go to spot for car maintenance because the team is always helpful,…read moreefficient, and friendly. I usually come here for my oil changes, and they have also helped me replace my windshield wipers quickly and easily. What I really appreciate is that sometimes I stop by for small things like checking my tire pressure or filling up the windshield washer fluid, and they are always happy to help. They have never charged me for those little services, which says a lot about how much they care about their customers. Everyone there always seems positive and ready to help, and they make the whole experience quick and stress free. It is really nice to have such a reliable place in the neighborhood.

Came here when it opened, friendly staff, very quick service I was able to get an oil change and…read moretire rotations. Got done less than 30 minutes. I asked them about the coupon, and they instantly were acknowledgeable about it.

714 Tires

(562 reviews)

We needed new tires for our Tesla and called on Tuesday. By Thursday, they had the tires ready and…read moregot us in and out quickly. Great price and super efficient service. Everyone at 714 Tires was incredibly kind, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back. Oh, btw... the beef brisket jerky snacks were a huge hit at work! I do not eat meat, but my coworkers approved!

I ordered some tires from 714 for a set of custom 3-piece wheels I had built by Sensei6. When I…read morecame in to have them mounted and balanced, the shop told me that one of the four wheels was not trued and couldn't be balanced. It was "hopping" on the balancer and they couldn't install them. They recommended that I take the wheel back to Sensei6 to have it fixed. I drove out to Sensei6 to have it inspected and they told me there's nothing wrong with the wheel. I took it another tire shop for a second opinion, and they also confirmed there were no issues. 1 star for wasting two days of my time -- one day at 714 and another for making me drive out to Sensei6 in West Covina -- only to be told by them and another tire shop that there was no issue.

RS Autowerks

(21 reviews)

Use them for a pre-purchase inspection as I was referred to them through people in the Carr…read morecommunity. They were super professional, diligent, knowledgeable, and responses. I wasn't local so they were super helpful and helping me vet the car. Would highly recommend them

Brought my R8 to the shop for damaged suspension diagnose & repair…read more They are extremely knowledgeable with Audi's , especially R8's. Thank you to them for getting my R8 back on the road

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J D.

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Been using another shop for years, until the new tech and his attitude, had me looking for another smog shop. Glad I found Fast Smog, as Kevin is a pro and the experience was very smooth and relaxing. Two thumbs up! read more

Concerned C.

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11 years ago

Kevin is great! I take all my smog work to him. He's fast, provides great service, low priced and very knowledgeable. I recommend him to everyone. read more

Emma N.

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11 years ago

I am an old customer . Great service !!!, clean place owner very nice and friendly . It was very fast. Excellent price . I recommend these place . read more

Jonathan B.

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4 years ago

Had me In and out in 15 minutes, been here twice now and both times have been great. It's located in the back past the gate

Stephen L.

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6 years ago

He was great.....quick and easy. No wait! I was able to stay in car to maintain my social distancing!

Bonnie D.

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10 years ago

Fast and efficient I highly recommend very professional friendly and fast j would highly recommend

Aaron E.

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4 years ago

Always fast, very knowledgeable! Have been coming here for 15+years 5-6 different vehicles.

Michelle B.

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2 years ago

Super fast and great service. Friendly guy and the price is very fair. Will be coming back!

Fer R.

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6 years ago

Great prices, great guy. Coming here for 7 years. My family and I trust him year by year

Carl W.

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12 years ago

The best place to get your smog, no doubts. Fast, nice, great price.

Roarke R.

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12 years ago

Good place. Quick, friendly, and cheap. What else can you ask for.

Carol N.

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11 years ago

Kevin is a lovely man! Best prices around and very efficient too!

Susan W.

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5 years ago

Super easy and fast! Will be back for next Smog check!

Michael C.

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14 years ago

Great Service. As good as it gets! See my tip below.

Ryan V.

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12 years ago

$40 w DMV notice... quick and easy. 5 stars.

Joseph B.

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10 years ago

Yup, in and out and on with my life.

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Great guy great service Knows his Smog stuff…read moreWill return again next year and every other year

I've been going here exclusively for years. Abraham is a great guy. Two years ago, my vehicle…read moredidn't pass, and he suggested I try a cheap fix that didn't provide him any money like some other shops are known for. It worked, and I passed when bringing it back in. That's the sign of a man who wants a long-term relationship with his customers.

Zee's Smog Test Only Station

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Such an amazing guy!…read more Zee handles it all! This should be your place if you are looking for one and if you have a place give Zee a try he will beat all of them! Trust me!

I took my vehicle in for smog and the technician failed my vehicle bc there was a check engine…read morelight on due to a loose gas cap of all things. Instead of tightening and running again, he said I need to drive with tight fuel cap but that I'll need to pay another fee to have him run it again. Basically finding ways to double charge. I will never come here again.

Soco Smog Test - Smog Check Station in Costa Mesa, CA

(628 reviews)

10/10 experience! I always really dread doing any auto maintenance, but this was by far the most…read morepainless and pleasant experience! Customer service was wonderful, pricing was very fair, and the whole thing only took 15 minutes! Will definitely recommend to all my friends!

She was not only super friendly, she had great pricing, and was super quick!!…read moreCan't recommend this place enough!!! Will be back for sure if I ever need a smog check again!!

Smog Spot

4.8

(312 reviews)

I'm back after 2 years for another BS state mandated smog test.....Smog Spot nailed it again!…read more.. same great service and same great price and not to mention a cozy waiting room! Smog Spot is fast and easy so why go anywhere else?!!

I came to the Smog Spot to get a smog check on my vehicle so that I could renew its registration…read more I have to say the quality value of service that I received at the mock spot is beyond words. The owner is very friendly and professional. The shop itself is very clean and high-end. The waiting area is very nice and relaxing. I have to mention the restroom here... It was like being in the restroom at a high-end luxury resort in Las Vegas. I was in and out of here in about 12 minutes at a very affordable price. I highly recommend the Smog Spot.

Smog Depot

4.6

(111 reviews)

Been coming here for a couple decades now and the service is always excellent. They do one thing…read moreand they do it quickly, professionally and with a smile. I've almost never had to wait longer than 15 minutes to get my cars smogged and, with newer vehicles, the process is getting quicker so they can get through cars faster now. My check only took about 10 minutes and I probably talked to the owner longer after he was done. I will continue to get my cars smogged here since there's no reason to look elsewhere.

My First smog test was quickly coming due on my car... being kind of new to Huntington Beach I had…read moreto find a new smog check provider. Based on yelp reviews, I narrowed down 2 locations based on customer service and price. The first location I called had a prerecorded message. Then I called the Smog Depot and it went to voicemail.. a few seconds later, I get a call back from Joey - who confirmed his availability for a smog! Pros based on other local business reviews: - Live person running the business - others seemed automated/impersonal - $55 for smog, I think that was the lowest I could find. Add'l fee for card payment processing - He has a waiting room Also, my tire sensor light has historically been on... some kind of glitch. Joey still checked my tire pressure (which is so appreciated since I am horrible at remembering to check)... he also identified the sensor issue, where previous service providers have tried to use the tire light as an up sale on a fake "issue". I wanted to highlight this as someone who appreciates good people and local companies. By the time I left he had 2 other customers patiently waiting - I hope customers continue to support Joeys local business!

Costa Mesa Smog Test Only

(405 reviews)

Fast and friendly service. We've used Costa Mesa Smog for…read moreseveral years and are always very satisfied with their service

Excellent service. The gentleman was efficient and kind. His facilities and clean, well kept and…read morerelaxing 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!

DEKRA Smog Check Station

(275 reviews)

First, finding the location required a lot of wrong turns, etc.; however, upon my arrival the…read morevehicle was inspected within minutes and I had my new registration and tag!! Great experience...highly recommend!

I Went to DEKRA Smog Shop in Rancho Santa Margarita a month ago, paid for the smog but did not pass…read moreso I was advised to drive the car for a while and show it to the mechanic, so I did all of that then went back hoping for a quick courtesy scan to see if my vehicle was ready for a smog check (just to verify readiness monitors / check for codes). Instead of simply scanning it, they flat-out refused and told me it was "illegal in California" to do that. That's not true. A basic OBD scan is not illegal -- it's a simple courtesy many shops offer, and it would've taken just a couple of minutes. Instead, they sent me off to a mechanic, wasting my time and making the whole process unnecessarily inconvenient. If they don't want to offer courtesy scans, fine -- but don't mislead customers with incorrect information. Definitely not the helpful experience I expected. Would not recommend if you're looking for basic customer service or straightforward answers.

Beach Smog

(1.1k reviews)

Beach Smog was a quick visit for my smog test! Angelo was friendly and helpful. Would recommend…read morethis place and will come back for my next test in 2 years

Service was quick and easy. Great customer service. The price was reasonable and no appointment…read moreneeded, walk in was welcomed. Will definitely go back again.

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