Ponce&#x27;s Smog Check

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The Culver City Mazda dealership recommended this business -- yes!…read more Julio opened the place on time, at 8:00 am. He is professional, neat, fit, polite and friendly. He inspires confidence. The Smog Test was a swift, painless experience. Julio is a pleasure to work with!

Easy. Fast. Smart. Reliable. Good price. No hassles. Smog check done with honesty and trust. Don't…read morehesitate. Just go here for your boring smog check and you'll have friendly service!

DT Smog Star Certified

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Just another 5 stars for David. His free mini-check showed I needed more miles before the real one…read more I drove it a few days, came back, and he was done in 15 minutes. Completely professional, no BS.

David did a fantastic inspection for my car. Super fast and efficient. It was $60 flat for a Smog…read moreTest for a jeep wrangler! Definitely will suggest going to David to friends and fam.

Aaron Smog Check

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I went with high expectations because Google & Yelp had good reviews on this place…read more Service was quick and he was very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this place

Quick friendly service. I don't think there is an Aaron…read morethere anymore, but the friendly guy that helped me said that everyone calls him Aaron! (He told me his name, but I don't remember it.) I went here after the previous smog check I used in Boyle Heights went out of business. Aaron's is great and I hope they are around when I need to do another check in two years.

Smog One Test Only

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Came for a smog check -- service was warm and friendly, everything was clearly laid out and the…read morecosts were clearly articulated. They also send all the paperwork to the DMV for you so it's easy for you. Got quotes for a few places nearby and went to this one because of the combination of price, good reviews, and photos of cute dogs. Heard how the technicians spoke to other customers too and they treated everyone with kindness and explained everything they were doing. Given my experience so far, would return for other car needs, too!

Called these guys yesterday afternoon to see if they could take my 1990 VW Cabriolet in for smog…read more They were immediately very friendly on the phone and said they had one car ahead of me but, "Sure, come on down." Quoted me at $100 and charged me not a dime more. Smog took about 45 min (typical for an older vehicle, pre-1996, like mine). They were efficient, friendly, and kind. I've been overcharged at other places before, but these guys were great. Highly recommend. Plus there's a waiting room with comfy recliners, AC, bathroom, WiFi, and even a coffee machine.

Star Smog Check Station

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Super easy and the best price for smog check I found online tysm!!! Great service and super fastread more

Why go anywhere else? Fast and professional…read more And, also the nicest guy. Glad I found you.

Pacific Smog Check & Star Station

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The service couldn't be better . Quick , no fuss no muss…read more All pricing explained prior to initiating the smog check . Overall an excellent experience that took 10 minutes start to out the door! Highly recommend

Will is the best! In and out, great job, super friendly. If you need a smog done, come here!read more

Hollywood Star Smog Check & Auto Repair

4.7

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After discovering the intake air hose on my vehicle was cracked causing me to fail a Smog Check, I…read moreimmediately asked friends and family if they knew of any trustworthy and knowledgeable mechanics who could fix this. Though I spoke with several different individuals and shops, none were able to complete this specific repair surprisingly. Some shops just never got back to me. I turned to Yelp, and though I received several replies regarding my request for a quote, most advised that I bring the car in for a preliminary diagnostic (accompanied by a flat rate) and then they would quote how much the actual part and labor would be (more $$$) Enter Armen from Hollywood Star Smog Check & Auto Repair who not only responded quickly but clearly with my exact request - a flat quote for the part and labor. I gave him the green light, and he ordered the part from the vehicle manufacturer, and confirmed how long the fix would take and when to come in. I went in this morning, and everyone was kind and helpful. Armen even showed me the cracked hose after he took it out of my car and explained why he prefers to get manufacturer's parts when he can for specific issues My car passed its Smog Check after this repair. I will definitely return to Hollywood Star Smog Check & Auto Repair if my car needs anything else in the future.

A must have resource! The car whisperer mechanic who's a bonafide miracle worker! And, I promise…read moreI'm not overselling them! Can't recommend this place highly enough! Absolutely amazing service, prices, and workmanship! Small business owners, small space but HUGE results! SO grateful! Thank you all again! Be back for my smog check in late summer! You're THE BEST!!!

Hollywood Star Smog Check

4.7

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$39.95 coupon + $8.25 state fee + transmission fee = $50.00. Drove up with no appointment and was…read moreout in 15 minutes. Definitely recommend.

Quick, efficient, amiable proprietor, sticker arrived shortly thereafter... was easy pleasure to…read moreget it done!

Beverly Hills Smog

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Gteat service. Great price, 48.00. Nice and patient guy. In and out in less than 20 minutes…read moreincluding about 10 minute wait for him to finish up a car ahead of me. Highly recommend

After getting 5 price quotes from local smog shops on Yelp, my usual was a long wait both times I…read morewent by. So I tried this place. In and out in 10 minutes even with a car ahead of me and the cheapest of the 5 quotes. In Beverly Hills! $48! Who'd believe that?

Smog Solutions

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A hidden gem! You may have to search a bit to find the small "Smog Check" sign pointing you to a…read moredriveway on the south side of Venice just east of Overland, but it's worth it! This is a no-frills, no-branding establishment. I showed up at around 2pm on a Friday, and the technician got me in right away and was done testing my car in about 10 minutes! Very nice guy. Charged me $65, which seems to be the going rate these days. Highly recommended!

Best in the West (side)!…read more Always friendly and prompt service. No frills, just what you need, honest service and good customer care!

The Toy Shop of Cypress - Toyota Specialists

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I had a great experience with Toy Shop of CypressI brought in my Lexus and they did an excellent…read morejob from start to finish. They were professional, honest, and took the time to clearly explain the issue and what needed to be done. The work was completed efficiently, It's hard to find a shop that combines quality workmanship with great customer service, but they really delivered on both. I truly appreciate the care and attention they put into my vehicle. I would absolutely recommend them and will be returning for any future repairs.

Just got off the phone asking for a quote on a couple of items I thought I needed for my recently…read morepurchased used Sienna - oil change and transmission service. The gentleman on the phone said the transmission fluid is for life unless I'm towing or carrying heavy loads. When I questioned why I see that it's recommended online he says that dealers will recommend this service all day but if you check the Toyota maintenance manual it says you don't need it. Man! I haven't even been to this shop yet and I'm already getting a good feeling about this place. It's a bit more expensive for an oil change than other places that have quoted me, but I like that they use factory parts including Toyota oil filters. I'll update this review once I get the car in for my first visit. Stay tuned.... 6/29/26 - Brought my Sienna in for an oil change + complimentary 30-point inspection (since it was my first time there). Jared took the van for a spin, brought it back and lifted it up. They found a little oil seepage coming out of the transfer case. I let them know that I did see a transfer case drain/fill on the CarFax report before I bought it. Jared thinks they just didn't torque it properly so they were going to retorque and clean up around the area and keep an eye on it. Worst case scenario, they would need to order a new drain plug gasket and I'd have to come back to get it replaced. Thankfully, the drain plug just needed to get tightened. I was in and out in almost exactly an hour just as Robert promised. Thanks The Toy Shop team!! Pro Tip: they are booked out at least a week in advanced so make your appointment ASAP!

Jeff's Automobile Repair Service

(183 reviews)

I had a cylinder misfiring, and my go-to mechanic was telling me that he couldn't find an issue…read moreafter he cleared the error codes. Eventually, I got a flashing engine light, and my mechanic went on vacation. Used Yelp recommended several mechanics, but Jeff responded first with an action plan and a reasonable price on how to resolve my problem. Brought it in, and Jeff sent me step-by-step texts or videos of the problems with solutions. Made a couple of suggestions, but overall my engine sounded smooth and in the absence of previous rackety noises. Thank you, Jeff. I appreciate your excitement and enthusiasm for resolving my problem.

Jeff is the best! I came here to get my ac looked at for my BMW X1. Come to find out it was a…read moresimple fix after he quickly looked at it. So grateful.

Speedway Tire and Service

(77 reviews)

My Tacoma which I've had since it was new 18 years ago started making some weird noise that I…read morecouldn't figure out what it was from. I took it in to a place AAA recommended in downtown LA and explain the issue. They told me I needed a new timing chain along with a whole bunch of other stuff and quotes me $4800 for it. This was preceded with a lot of scare tactics on what will happen if I don't have the work done, which came across as very used car salesman-ish. When I ran the quote through ChatGPT I was told they were charging me dealership pricing for an independent mechanic for that type of work in LA. So I brought the truck here to Speedway where I had Minor worked done before and had a good experience. They told me my bearings need to be replaced and did the work for lesson than a quarter of the price I was quoted at the other mechanic. Work was finished in a day and the truck has been running perfectly since then. Had I spent to 4800 at the place it wouldn't have even resolved the issue, which means I would've had to come out of the pocket even more after the initial work was done. Obviously a truck of this age is gonna have some problems and when they inevitably happen again I will be back here at Speedway to take care of them. Highly recommend this place for integrity, quality, efficiency and fair pricing.

I had a slowly leaking tire for a couple of weeks, and had to face the fact that it was probably a…read morenail or something worse. I called Speedway Tire & Service to see if they were able to see me on a saturday afternoon, and they told me to swing by. Fred helped me out - he was very friendly and non-intimidating (great for a gal going to an auto shop by herself!) He explained that Tesla tires have some foam, so patching the tire for the nail he found would be $50. It was nice he took the time to explain why it was a certain cost, def appreciated. They have a really nice waiting area with seating + strong AC (it was a hot summer day in LA), I was really impressed. Paid by cash because there's a small fee for credit card. 100% recommend this spot - friendly and service was quick. I was in and out fasttt!

World Famous 4x4

(519 reviews)

I went to World Famous 4x4 to have Rock Slide Engineering step sliders installed on my Jeep because…read moremy wife was complaining she couldn't get in and out easily. (Wait until i move up to 40s!!!) I'm glad I called these guys. They helped me choose the right sliders, I ordered them, brought them in, and the installation was fantastic. Everyone was super nice, and we spent some time talking about future upgrades for the Jeep. They gave me some great recommendations, and I'll definitely be back soon. Big fan of World Famous 4x4!

"World famous?" The name alone should have been a red flag for the sheer ego running this place…read more I was looking to have some extensive work done on my '99 4Runner Limited. Anyone who builds off-road vehicles knows that finding the right shop is a niche and personal choice--you want a team you can trust with your rig. I had originally received a quote from a shop in San Diego, but when I realized there was a shop right here in my own backyard in Burbank, I wanted to try and keep my business local. I reached out and sent them the itemized list of work from the previous shop to see what they could do. What followed was some of the most unprofessional behavior I've ever experienced. The guy who called me back came out swinging, practically yelling at me over the phone. He was incredibly defensive, snapping, "Just so you know, we are $275 an hour for labor, and I see you cut this invoice out from someone else's estimate. We are more expensive than them." He sounded deeply insecure and visibly furious that a customer would dare to shop around for the best fit. He later left a voicemail asking me to call back. When I did, a different guy answered the phone and spoke to me like I was a debt collector harassing him. When I answered his question about who I was looking for and our previous conversation, he rudely interrupted me mid-sentence, blurting out, "OKAY, WELL I HAVE ANOTHER CALL SO..." and literally just trailed off into silence. I just hung up. Why would I ever let people who treat human beings this way get anywhere near my vehicle? How does a business survive operating like this? I had a $12,000 job ready to go for tire replacements, a suspension overhaul, front bumper replacement, roof rack and heavy maintenance work. Instead of securing a massive project, these clowns let their egos and hostile communication skills ruin the transaction. Out of principle, take your hard-earned money and your rig somewhere else. Go to a shop where people actually practice basic kindness, respect, and professional communication. The way this entire crew came across was like a bunch of snakes. Save yourself the headache and go to another off-road establishment. And know that this place charges an hourly labor rate of $275 an hour.

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Mike O.

1 year ago

DO NOT COME TO THIS PLACE AND WASTE YOUR TIME LIKE I DID‼ we have all encountered bad services and or businesses however I like to give people the benefit of the doubt. Sometimes people have their bad days but the three times I came here for a smog break and lamp inspection i hated that I had to talk to this egotistical little boy who couldn't communicate effectively. Soon as I got there there wasn't a proper welcoming whatsoever, the guy just asks me if I had an appointment. When I asked when his next availability was he walks away before I can even say thank you. I went back a few days later because like I stated I like to give people the benefit of the doubt and it was the same exact thing. Despite his attitude, ego and his ineffective communication I made an appointment. On my third and final time coming there I was late, which I will admit was wrong and I take accountability for, his attitude yet again sucked. So I write for every and anyone not to waste their precious time going there. You can get same day service from a places else where from better people who you would recommend others to instead of waiting days if not a week like I did for this brat. I went on Firestone and central and while the guys there gave me great service, I was out of there within 2hrs and was able to make it to the DMV. Don't experience what I had to experience, it's not worth it. This business is a disservice to the community. read more

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