This place is great. Went to another place yesterday that wasn't able to connect but the mechanic,Mike, here took extra steps into getting it worked out. He discovered an added module that was blocking the OBD2 from making a proper connection. Seriously don't waste your time at any other place. Mike has 26 years of doing this. read more

Was able to get my out of state car smog checked in less than 20 minutes. The guys were extremely helpful and efficient. I will definitely be coming back for my next smog check. read more

Quick. Easy. Painless. Friendly. Cozy in the waiting room. 10/10. Took about 30 minutes with two cars in front of me.

I didn't catch his name but the guy who did my smog check was really great. He's very thorough and answered all my questions. He explained the process of how the DMV will get my results and all that. He also won't scam you. If you don't pass your smog check he won't charge you like some other places. He's got jokes too! He saw me eyeing his lollipops and gave me some. That's what really sold me! read more

This is a 22 year old family and friend business and it feels like it. Mike was super accommodating and friendly. First time going was last week and i was impressed. I am taking my second car there this week. Great price without needing to find a coupon. I highly recommend! Kim S read more

Been here twice and had great experiences! Very quick to get in and out and very reasonable prices. Both times I pulled up and they checked out my car within 10 min. Great service, nice people! Would definitely recommend this place. read more

I went to this place as a last resort for a smog on my older car. They have been around forever. The "don't pass, don't pay" bonus is preeeetty amazing if you ask me. Luckily my car passed and these guys were so nice! To everyone is complaining about the décor like it's supposed to be some sort of 5-star restaurant and not a SMOG CHECK: You guys are acting like a bunch of kittens if you know what I mean. :) Get over yourselves princesses. read more

I looked through several yelp reviews as to where to get my smog checked and decided to check this place out. Really friendly service! And he directed me to a fish shop just a block down as I waited ~20 minutes for my car to be serviced on. Also, I had just recently moved down to SD, so I asked him which radio stations were good, and he went ahead and helped me set all of that up. Would definitely recommend and come back! read more

I came in today and initially failed my smog test. The owner/operator Mike didn't charge me but told me the exact part that I needed AND offered to let me use his gloves/lube/tools to install the part. I went down the street and bought an "intake air boot" for $29.99 at O'Reilly Auto Parts. Mike told me how to install it and 20 minutes later I passed. Excellent customer service is the norm at this place. I highly recommend it! This was the second time I've passed smog check at Quick Smog. Both times, the experience has been fast and economical ($45 after Mike gave me a $5 discount). read more

I've been here a few times and these guys know their stuff very "Quick" reasonable price and the owner is very chill, will definitely give you a call first before doing anything to your ride, in case it doesn't pass sometimes he'll go ahead and make certain adjustments without charging extra. This place is very tiny and you might even drive right past it without noticing. Vehicle drop off is through the alley behind Garnet. My experience here has been nothing less than great every time plus the Silver Fox bar is right down the block. Awesome way to wait while your vehicle gets tested, Brewsky and a Smog test. read more

This place sucks! I'll tell you why. I called on a Sunday for their hours. I drove all the way to PB just for the girl to tell me the machine is broken! She claims the machine can only work on 2000+ I'm sure if she's thinking about obd2 it's 96+! Wasted my time! 2 stars because she seemed nice and they don't charge if you don't pass! read more

Brought my boss' car in to be smogged. They run the pre checks and find some sensors weren't ready yet. Tell me to go drive it a couple hundred miles. Ok no problem. So i fit that in between my 3 jobs. I go back in on a Sunday and the "owner" lies to me at first and says they can't do my type of vehicle. I ask him jot to lue to me. He then says it would be illegal for him to do it. Lie #2. Then says ill have to bring it back when they're open. They were open. He just wanted to go home. However, If you have a customer in line before you close you still take them. Kinda ridiculous. read more

Smog check made easy! Called and no appointment needed that day. Dropped it off and did some light shopping across the street. When I returned it was complete and ready to go. The owner was kind and had it done in the timeframe stated. Will use again. Convenient and no fuss. read more

Fast, easy, and reasonable prices! Close to shopping areas so you can easily walk somewhere while you wait.

Finally I had to get a smog check done on my truck and was dreading this process. I found this place online while i was trying to look up the number for another place up in Clairemont. I called the other place first and they quoted me $10 more because i have a truck... I hate these little "add-ons" that come with some places. So i called this place and the guy on the phone said it was $36 out the door with the $10 off coupon (get it here http://www.smogsandiego.com/quicksmogsd/index.html). I get to this place and it looks pretty shady...basically a garage attached to a house that you drive through. The owner is kind of cranky but just his nature. His helper has a huge belly, has a fat cigar in his mouth all the time, and a ponytail and will chat for hours with you. Both are very helpful, will not try to rip you off or waste your time. All in all a great experience and cheap, as well as fast. read more

Quick Smog - It only looks shady!! - Smog Check Stations Near Me - San Diego, California

Super helpful and friendly service. In and out in 10 minutes with no problems. Also cheapest rate in PB. If your car doesn't pass, you don't pay....love it! Definitely recommend these guys for your next SMOG service. Been going here for a long time and always leave happy! read more

First come fist serve. Showed up late near closing. They said they would squeeze me in AND take off $5 if I had no warning lights. Price was $15-20 cheaper than everyone else too. Was in and out within 15-20 minutes. When I was driving off Mike chased me down to stop me and gave me a $5 dollar bill because they wanted to honor their discount they offered me in the beginning. WOW. IMPORTANT NOTE: They had butterfingers AND Reese's cups for me to munch on. Pool to play in the lobby. Thinking about getting my car smogged again next week. Just because. read more

Fast, friendly, kind. I love these guys! SO professional and as quick as advertised. They have a pet bird too, always a bonus. I've been coming here for 6 years and plan on continuing to do so indefinitely. read more

Quick Smog - Maxx - Smog Check Stations Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here for my first SMOG test when I moved out here 2 years ago and remembered them being super nice and helpful so when I got the notice in the mail to renew my registration and I thought that meant I had to get another Smog test. Stopped by and they let me know that I actually didn't need one yet and showed me what it said on the notice! They could have easily had me do another SMOG and I wouldn't have even known that it wasn't necessary. Will be back to this place regardless of where I live in San Diego when it is time to renew. read more

They got me in last minute, as my registration renewal required a smog. I hadn't noticed until it was almost expired. They got me in and out quickly. Efficient and friendly staff. Highly recommended for a DMV required smog. read more

Quick and friendly staff! I wanted the cheapest smog check and this was it! With the $5 off coupon it was the cheapest in PB. Pay cash and save a couple extra bucks! read more

My first smog check since moving to San Diego was terrific. Polite, efficient, and reasonably priced. Mike, the owner, was charming and even brought candy into the waiting room because they were busier than usual. I loved the fun waiting area, especially Max, the parrot. I'll definitely go back to Quick Smog for my next check. read more

This might be a bold thing to say but I believe that I was discriminated against for being a young woman. Took my car in on a Sunday around 10AM. Only one car ahead of me. They took my car in, offered me candy and conducted the test on my car. Finished the test, passed and it was time for payment. I had done my research. The window said 49.99 for a smog. I read all the reviews that said there was a $5 coupon and that most people paid $45 in cash. Well.. without him telling me the total I pull out $60 (3 20s) handed it to the man, he takes it hands me my test results and there was an awkward pause while I was waiting for my change. Man goes, "I know what you're waiting for" and pulls the tub of candy.... I grab one, still confused and get in my car. Once I get in my car, still confused, I yell out the window, did this cost $60? He says $65 but I gave you $5 off. Yes I definitely could've said more but at the time you can't.... They may do this to others who don't know anything about cars or your/its worth. Beware. read more

Great service, great manager....Mike does a first class job. For Pacific Beach and nearby....he is the best of class!!!

Quick and fast service. Smog check done in 10 min flat. Paid $45 cash to avoid the CC transaction fee. Took lots of pic6of the parrot Max. The two men there helping me were friendly and efficient and I will definitely come back if I need to get a smog check done again. read more

This place is a hidden gem! Honest and friendly employees. I've been taking my vehicles here for a couple years now and each time they do everything they can to save me time and money. Best smog place in town! Highly recommend. read more

Would give no stars if possible...tried to rip me off telling me I needed new cats and headers bc they were illegal in CA but in reality we're LEGAL aftermarket approved in the state of CA. Watch out the owner is slick and will offer extra services when they aren't necessary. Got my smog done elsewhere with no issues. Feel bad for the people they may have ripped off. read more

Drove up without calling. Had a nice chat about Star Wars with the dude working. Went and got seafood next door. Came back, had a nice chat about surfing in Hawaii, my car passed, I paid, and was off! Phenomenal service. fair prices too read more

Never thought I'd say this but, I had so much fun getting a smog check the other day! The service was great and all that, but there was a parrot in the waiting room! I was so entertained. Also we passed the smog test which was cool. The owner was a super nice guy, very informative about getting our registration post smog check and helpful in getting the parrot (Max) to say different words. Can't wait to go back in 2 years! read more

I was in and out within 20 minutes (came when he was fixing another car) If you mention the coupon online you get $5 off for a total of $45. If you pay with debit/credit there's about a $1 fee. Definitely coming back in two years for the next smog check :) read more

These guys are so nice and friendly! My experience was so pleasant with their overall demeanor and customer service. I dropped my car off early enough with no one in front of me and was done within 15 minutes. read more

Did the work and they made the smog check happen. I was in and out in under a hour. Highly recommend.

No thrills, just what you need from a smog check place. True to its name it is in and out. read more

Quick Smog - Come in and meet Max! - Smog Check Stations Near Me - San Diego, California

Good spot to get smog done. Every time I have gone, it has not been a long wait (in and out within 40min). It's nothing fancy, but given that not much time is spent at the facilities it doesn't matter much at all. The parrot inside is a fun, quirky addition to the mix as well. Would recommend! read more

No complaints. Needed a smog, called to make sure they were open (they sometimes close early), brought it in, and was back home about 20 minutes after I called. Very quick and professional and honored the coupon on their website. Thanks, guys! read more

Very straight forward and honest shop. From what I could tell they are locally owned and operated and pretty honest with no hidden fee's or the shenanigans you might expect from other shops. While my car passed fine, I think they are pretty serious about their pass or don't pay policy. I would definitely recommend them and will be returning in 2 years when I am due again. read more

Great service! They got me in and out in 15 minutes. I will definitely come back to Quick Smog for my next dmv smog inspection. Very reasonable price, which includes the service and sending the information off to the DMV. I wasn't there long but the waiting area is super cool! read more

Just got another smog check, I was in and out of there in 35 minutes (there was a car ahead of me). Fast, professional service. What more can you ask for? read more

Best smog place around. We've been going here for a while now. At first we went right when it opened but there's actually more of a line if you do this. The owner actually said to come back later during the day and it wouldn't be as crowded. So we did and he was right, got right in and took around 10-15 minutes. Looks like a bit grungy but they get the job done and you don't have to stay long so 5 stars!! read more

Read this review so that you know what you should be paying for a smog check and why I chose not to give them my business in the first place. If you did a bit of checking around for your prices I think you would have a better experience elsewhere. A smog check is something that is quick and easy and should cost you no more than $30. All you need to do is hook the car up to a sniffer to get a read out on its gas emissions. I walked in and asked for a quote in my college t-shirt. I believe that guy working thought I was naive because he asked for my car's model and year, which you DON'T NEED for a smog check. He then quoted me $50. I said no thanks, yelped for 5 mins. and found an auto shop 2 blocks away that did it for $20 and an additional $8 for the registration papers. That is reasonable. Dishonest business practices force me to leave a poor but honest review. read more