Neighborhood Smog

(709 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

5.0

(633 reviews)

Having to get your car smog tested isn't the most fun thing to do but this place makes it quick,…read morepainless and easy. They're open on weekdays and some Saturdays. You can make an appointment on their website but they also take walk-ins. We just showed up and there were a couple cars ahead of us, so we checked in on the tablet inside and didn't have to wait too long. This place is woman-owned which explains why it's nice and clean. Don't hesitate to come here when you need a smog check. Pro tip: If you show the coupon on their website, you can get the smog special for $46.75 plus the $8.25 certificate fee.

I had to get a smog check, and my husband told me about this place that's woman-owned, and the…read moreowner teaches people how to change their own oil. That's the kind of business I want to support. Making an appointment online was super easy, and when I went in, a cute sign pointed to the check in tablet. The waiting area is right in the garage, which is decorated with vintage photos and some very happy-looking plants. There's a fridge with complimentary beverages, which is always nice. The smog check was very fast. While checking the car over, Angie and I chatted a little bit. Go to Soco Smog Test! Oh btw they're located at the end of the drive.

Costa Mesa Smog Test Only

(407 reviews)

This was a wonderful experience! I was met by Farnoush and a younger man who suggested that I go…read moreoutside to a beautiful little place filled with potted plants. It was like being in an arboretum! They finished the smog check so quickly I didn't have time to settle down after enjoying the plants! ;-) If you want an even more enjoyable time, ask to see Farnoush's artwork. He began to paint during COVID and has created some absolutely stunning work. I told him I thought he should open a gallery because they were so incredible. All said, I would highly recommend Costa Mesa Smog Test Only. The price was fair, the customer service lovely, and the bonus of being able to see Farnoush's marvelous artwork left me with a big smile on my face.

Super fast in and out and they were the best deal of the 5 places I inquired. I think I dealt w the…read moreowner who's friendly and professional. I'll only be going here

Blue Sky Smog STAR Certified Station

4.6

(113 reviews)

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.

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!

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

(462 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 !

Great place - directly connected to the DMV registration database and made it super easy to…read morecomplete my renewal. Andrew made the experience easy and was very helpful

Newport And Costa Mesa Smog

4.2

(111 reviews)

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

Fast, good customer service and good price. I went with no appointment to get a smog and there was…read moreno wait.

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

(606 reviews)

Informative about the services. Great communication and so quick. Finished in 10 mins.read more

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!

AC Exchange Auto Air Conditioning

4.0

(135 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

5.0

(22 reviews)

I bought an RS3 in Irvine and planned to drive it back to Seattle. Before leaving I wanted to get…read morethe car checked out before taking it and I found RS Autowerks. I wanted a shop that knew Audis (this is my first). JD was great- checked the car and pointed out what I should take care of. I appreciated that he didn't try to sell me on some maintenance that could wait and what would be important before a long drive. Really reasonable prices (better than I got from my shop home) and helpful with advice. I drive down every few months and will have RS do a tune on it when I come back.

I highly recommend RS Autowerks . I recently brought my 2022 Audi r8 to them for lowering springs…read more There knowledge is next level and the communication and costumer service was excellent. I will definitely be using this shop for all of my service from here on .

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Doug L.

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5

0

9 years ago

DNA Smog is the best SMOG place in Orange County!! Quick, easy, low cost!! My high-end car is handled with care! Abraham is always very pleasant and friendly! I take all my cars to him and I highly recommend you do the same!! 5 stars + read more

Sherry C.

24

8

0

9 years ago

Highly recommend DNA, These. Guys are Fair, and Honest! And Sweet! Went to another Smog place first, Rudest people I ever felt with. Abraham and his crew were all Very Cool! Thanks Guys read more

Pontus L.

151

3

0

10 years ago

Abraham was awesome; friendly and professional. In and out in 10 minutes. He also took time to help me with some questions related to my car. read more

Pierre D.

23

9

0

10 years ago

Great place, in and out in 10 min. very good service, will be back, I have a stack of his cards to give to my friends

Lori M.

0

1

0

2 months ago

Neighborhood Smog was clean, quick and courteous! We will be returning and recommending for smog check needs.

Rhyno P.

179

3

0

9 years ago

Been bringing company cars to Abraham ,now my family's cars and mine. Friendly person!

Kristina B.

0

11

2

11 months ago

Great customer service, fast service, very easy experience by myself with 2 toddlers.

Pirooz E.

1

7

0

5 years ago

Abraham is great and honest and very helpful

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