Smog Shop

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Kareem P.

I've been coming to Smog Shop Oceanside for the past few years and I really love the service here! The Smog Shop Oceanside is located in Oceanside just off of Oceanside Blvd within the Del Oro Marketplace. A very convenient location and there's plenty of shopping & food options nearby, along with access to the public train. Jaime always provides consistent & friendly service; not to mention fast! Their office is rather small, with only seating for a few customers which may be considered a con. But because of their location, there are plenty of places to go explore & grab a bite while waiting. The Smog Shop Oceanside appears to only take WALK-INS and no appointments. I highly recommend CALLING-AHEAD to get an idea of your possible Wait-Time. The great news is that the service at Smog Shop is extremely fast! It often takes under 20 minutes per vehicle to do a typical inspection. Mine typically takes 15 minutes to complete! Their pricing is extremely fair and it costs under $65 to do my smog inspection for my 2010 vehicle. You can also save money by using CASH as payment, but you can also use credit cards too. Overall, I really love this local, small business and I recommend the SMOG SHOP OCEANSIDE!

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Wayne is awesome !!! I had my car in and out in 20 minutes . He was super personable , made me laugh a lot , quick and efficient ! Little waiting area is very clean too. I highly recommend getting your smog check done here! read more

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7 years ago

Great smog shop! Quick, easy and convenient! We've used this location for our Ram, Corolla and Corvette.

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9 years ago

My first time here at the smog shop.. Ken was wonderful and extremely helpful. I had to cancel my appointment several times and he was so understanding. His shop is super clean including the restroom. I have an older Audi and is difficult to smog. He did it in just 20 minutes. He included a yelp coupon and only charged 48.00. My aunt referred me and I WILL NEVER GO ANYWHERE ELSE. Thank you Ken.. Bless you. Tammie... read more

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Cody B.

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9 years ago

Best place to get your car smog checked. Quick, easy and very friendly. Just the way it should be

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Beverly T.

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10 years ago

This smog shop has had my car for three days waiting for a part to fix the smog machine. My car didn't pass it's first test, but I paid him $50. plus a $29. tip for spending the time trying to get it to pass. Didit not pass because he smog machine was broken. I don't know, maybe. I only know that my car has been there for three days waiting for a part that needs to fix the broken smog machine. I am giving it one more day and if it isn;t done tomorrow the fourth day in custody, , then I am taking my car out of there.and going elsewhere. read more

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Jaime M.

We do apologize as our equipment was down and we are not allowed to…

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Jim K.

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8 years ago

Great service, great price, honest, and fast! I always bring all of my cars here. He clearly explains what parameters of the car passed or didn't. read more

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12 years ago

Friendly = 1st Star, Clean= 2nd Star, Quick = 3rd Star, Fair Price = 4th Star, Location = 5th Star. I went in on a Monday morning at 10:00 am. The shop is located in a nice industrial complex in a nice neighborhood near plenty of food, shopping areas in case it does take a while. The waiting are is clean with plenty of magazines if needed. I was the only one there and it literally took 10 minutes. Travis, who I think is the owner, was super nice and friendly. The price was fair but they have an online coupon that you can print or just show them on your phone to get a discount. I will definitely bring my car back next time. read more

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Curtis S.

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9 years ago

Was quick and easy. Walked right in and was able to do my car right away. Even ran it through twice because the first attempt was unsuccessful. Nice little waiting area with a TV. read more

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Keith S.

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This is my second smog check here this year...the first one was with my 2010 Audi A3 TDI--which passed despite being embroiled in the Dieselgate Scandal. Today he checked my 2001 Nissan Frontier, which DMV requires a STAR station certificate (this place is Star Certified)...it also passed. This place is also a Test-only facility which I recommend because he won't (and isn't allowed to) hustle you for repairs. The operator was kind and courteous, and didn't take very long to complete the work. read more

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Mary N.

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11 years ago

if you need a smog cert, this is the place you should go. Even without an appointment it only took 15 minutes or less, I took a short walk to McDonalds for a cone and the car was ready to go. If you go their site you can get a coupon too! Travis is great, no wonder this place has nothing but 5 STARS, I would give it more than that if I could. BTW don't waste your time or money at the car wash next door, it sucks, they did a horrible job for $16.99 read more

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11 years ago

This is a great place to get your car smogged. The first time I took my truck in it didn't pass so I had to make a couple of repairs . Travis is a great business owner the second time I came in for a retest there was an issue with the machine, Travis called me as soon as it was fixed. Thank God it passed on the second test and I wouldn't hesitate to take my truck here again. Thanks Travis and I will be telling friends and family about your shop. read more

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Chris N.

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15 years ago

I have gone here twice and each time I'm in and out in like 10 minutes. There's never a line or any kind of wait. also never had any problems with the records being transferred to DMV. I'll always go here for my smogs. read more

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Hi. I wanted to take the time to tell you about Travis and Smog Shop. This guy deserves an award or to be featured on CNN's Good Guy report. I was worried about my car passing. Not for any reason other than it being a 2003. I had called Travis the day before and he was very kind, said 'come on down'. I did not. But I did call the very next morning and I left a message, telling him I would be in before 10am. When I arrived he said hello and addressed me by my first name as I was getting out of my car! I trusted him immediately. I expressed my concerns about my car, since my tags were due and I needed it to pass. He explained to me the process and what the system looked for. I was concerned because I had just driven 1120 miles. He said as long as your battery hasn't died. I was then more concerned because during that drive I left my lights on and my battery died in a rest stop. He said,'no problem, let me just check it ahead of time for you'. And he did and my battery was fine. I was in and out in less than a phone call to my sister. He gave me a couple business cards and as it turned out I got to give one away at the DMV to an older gentleman who was just told to go get a smog test. That made me feel good. I hope the gentleman looked him up. I would trust my grandpa in Travis's hands any day. read more

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Helena L.

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9 years ago

I got my car smog checked here a few weekends ago. He was done with the job within 20 minutes and I was on my way. Great service and fast!

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Paul T.

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8 years ago

Best customer service in town. No need to look anywhere else. Quick and easy. Thanks Ken!

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Shawn B.

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14 years ago

Up front pricing and quick service! Website has a $10 coupon.

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Zaib M.

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11 years ago

Travis is very professional. I was in and out in almost 15 minutes. I used yelp coupon for $40 total. I will definitely go back to this business and recommend to others. read more

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Tina E.

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7 years ago

I have been coming to this location for the last two years. Fast and friendly service every time. My vehicles including my RV have passed every time with no issues. read more

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I have a lot of customers that need smogs before they go to the Oceanside DMV These guys are open Sundays so super helpful for our business Pacific Choice Auto Registration. I have not had the opportunity to meet the team but my customers say they are in and out quickly I would recommend. read more

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Couldn't be happier. Showed up at 2PM on Sunday, got right in and tested, paid $50 ($8.25 certificate, $31.75, +$10 for SUV), got on my way. read more

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Romeo S.

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First time getting a smog test in California and man am I sure glad that I went to this shop! I was a walk in customer and was promptly greeted by the owner, Travis, who was assuring me that I would be in and out in under 10 minutes. He didn't know that I had brought my brother along as well to get his car tested too, but once he noticed, he quickly gave us a loyalty discount! He was even finished with both vehicle in about 15 minutes! The Smog Shop of Oceanside rocks! read more

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Dave C.

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Stop by this morning... gentleman behind counter asked if my battery has been replaced, told him know but it was dead a few days ago. He recommended I drive it around town, so I drove it around for a half an hour. As i returned he says it's going to be a 45 min wait because he has customers that will be right back. Whatever man! There smog checks everywhere, I'll take my business somewhere else. Thanks for holding my spot........ read more

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Jaime M.

We are sorry that you felt ignored or put by the wayside, that was…

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Gno T.

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I came earlier today to get a smog. I arrived around 10:40am and I was out by 11:00. Shop is very clean, and organize. There's a couple of magazines for you to read while waiting. Wayne was really helpful and explained to me everything. I will definitely recommend smog shop to other people. Also, don't forget to print the coupon or show the $10 off when you check in at yelp. Thanks Smog shop, I will coming back in 2 years. read more

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Tasha M.

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Great service and very helpful! Definitely come support Ken and his small business. My husband was very happy with his time to explain everything in detail. read more

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Jennifer S.

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I've come here for years to get both cats smog checked. I'm always come to this location because the service is excellent!!

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Heather G.

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Incredibly satisfied with my service here. I pulled up and immediately was met by Travis the owner who helped me out quickly and efficiently. I am a mom so I had to bring my 3 year old and was dreading that but Travis turned the TV to a kids show and everything was so fast it was so simple and painless. Highly recommend this shop! In and out in no more than 15 minutes! read more

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Ariel L.

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The dude Travis (owner) was super nice and very fast. He had another car in the back when I got there. With him finishing that and checking my car, I was there less than 20 minutes. The yelp check-in offer is a good $10 off, but click on the coupon and print that instead for a $20 off! read more

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Dan P.

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I called around to several spots and after reading the other Yelp reviews I just decided to print the coupon and go. Let me just say these reviews were dead on. Travis was courteous, prompt and friendly. Coupon was honored and I was in and out in less then 30 minutes. I will definitely be taking my other car here for its test. read more

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Sue S.

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9 years ago

I had a very good experience at the Smog Shop. My car was tested quickly so I didn't have to wait long at all. The man even cleaned the glass over my headlights. I was so surprised and thankful he did such a nice thing for me. Great service and I recommend Smog Shop to everyone! Sue Sorensen 4-26-17 read more

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M B.

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Fast, friendly service, pleasant waiting room, good prices (especially with yelp check-in!) and no hassle. Also open late on a Saturday which was a plus as two other places nearby were already closed. Thank you again! read more

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Allison S.

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Went in this afternoon with no appointment and was out of there in less than 15 minutes. Travis is as great as everyone here has claimed. Second time coming here and I will come back. Great customer service! read more

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Juan C.

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Travis (owner) is great. Awesome customer service and will get you in and out in no time. Highly recommend.

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Mario A.

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Great place.... the price is right and the shop is perfect. Get in and out. I have been to other places I. The past and it feels a mess. It's organized and the owner is a great guy. read more

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Ellen W.

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Can't recommend Oceanside Imports more strongly - I took in my Toyota, which another shop had said needed a long list of expensive repairs. Turns out not all those repairs were needed. Plus Oceanside Imports gave me better pricing on the ones that were required. They were very professional, fast, efficient and friendly, and repairs are warranted. The car runs beautifully and I saved money. I'll be using Oceanside Imports to maintain my car going forward. read more

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Kristine N.

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Clean facility and easy to find! I walked in and was assisted immediately. Ken is professional, knowledgeable and friendly! 5/5!

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Jennifer G.

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Quick and efficient and a fair price! Doesn't get any better than that. Walked down to I love bagels for breakfast and when I was done so was my car. read more

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Alain C.

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The Smog Shop is clean, dependable and fast! Ken was real friendly and did an awesome job! Happy and thankful customer here!

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Just moved back down from portland and this was my first stop. Travis was a huge help on the phone and got me in and out in under ten minutes. I couldn't ask for better customer service I recommend everybody to come here! read more

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Had trouble finding a place to smog my car Sunday (4/19/2015). I gave a call over to the Smog shop and was pleasantly surprised to find they were open. I spoke to Travis and he had my car in and out within 10 minutes just as promised. Amazing service. Thanks Travis! read more

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Wes J.

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This was my first time having to get a smog check on a vehicle so I wasn't sure where to go. Well I must say the right choice was made to go to Smog Shop. Travis, the owner was very friendly and kept me informed on everything from start to finish. I was in and out of there in less then 20 minutes. The rate was very reasonable and I would definitely use Smog Shop again in the future as well as refer friends and family to them. Top notch service! Friendly and professional all the way! read more

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4093 Oceanside Blvd C
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Oceanside, CA 92056
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(760) 806-1415
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Does Smog Shop take credit cards?

Yes, Smog Shop takes credit cards.

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We are your go-to smog check center in Oceanside, CA, offering reliable, comprehensive smog testing to ensure your car is performing at its best. We take pride in our outstanding customer service, competitive prices, and years of experience in keeping our customers' vehicles running safely and smoothly. When you need the best in smog inspection, you'll want to work with our crew. Visit our station today.

History

Established in 2001.

The Shop was Started by Joe Dianat but due to poor health he passed it on to a new owner in late 2012 to Matthew; revitalized the aged shop with new equipment. Later Matthew brought on board as owners, some of the technicians that worked at the shop (Travis and Ken).

Meet the Business Owner: Ken K and Travis G.

Travis- After many years of hectic Body Shop offices I decided to take my Business Management and Mechanical skills to a business I could run by myself. Smog Shop fit the bill perfectly. Great customer service and fast, efficient smogs is the name of my game. Ken- After working for many years as a Manager in the commercial construction industry, the industry slowed down and I started to shift my focus more on my love of getting under a hood of a vehicle. While working for Smog Shop I demonstrated my automotive knowledge and abilities and was eventually brought on board as a part owner at Smog Shop.

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“Travis provided great friendly service, and because I was able to do daytime, got it done quick!”

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4.9

(142 reviews)

I met Accurate Alignment Services sort of second hand by their partnership with San Diego Motoring,…read moreonly minutes away. My first use of their services was for alignment for new tires on our 3 autos from www/sd.motoring.com. Since then, we've had new tires and front-end alignment for our daughter's car as well - all great service from both companies! Recently that "daughter auto" was afflicted with a dead battery, leaving me puzzled how you navigate this sort of issue. I called Scot at Accurate Alignment simply trying to put together a plan of action. Not being familiar with the whole towing process, Scot's guidance was welcome in getting the car to his shop to move toward repairs. I hadn't looked to Scot's team as being able to also provide other "SERVICES" as their name suggests. With his help we had the car in his shop, and out with a new battery by 4:30 same day! Scot was his usual helpful, professional, friendly self, guiding me along the towing steps from AAA, to one of their towing agents, and on to Accurate Alignment SERVICES for our needed repairs. Thanks, Scot, for the full spectrum of auto repair!

Shocks/struts replacement (and alignment) on 2018 Honda CR-V. Clear and accurate estimate…read more Excellent work. Vehicle handles noticeably better after. Friendly staff.

JB Mobile Auto Repair

4.8

(60 reviews)

Jose came to my home to fix my car battery that erupted in my engine. He did an amazing job!…read morePromt and ready to go from our agreed upon start time. A extremely friendly person with great customer service! He has very reasonable costs for products and labor as well. He went above and beyond to help fix an electrical issue with a seat on my other vehicle. I would highly recommend him to anyone who reads this as well as my family and friends. Great job Jose keep it and I will be contacting you again in the mechanic work . ~Nathan Mandelenis ~

JB came to our home and fixed the car. His prices were competitive and his communication was…read moredetailed and timely.

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Arya A.

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5 years ago

I've been getting my smog checks from the Smog Shop for years now.I can't say enough good things about the Smog Shop. It's a family owned business, the owner ( Jaime) is very knowledgeable and will actually work with you in terms of getting your vehicle to pass smog...... you can not go wrong with the Smog Shop.... Just go see Jamie and he will take care of you. read more

Meriah D.

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7 years ago

I had a great experience here! Nick was so helpful and I feel he's really a person who cares, not just doing his job. I had some issues with my car and he made it more bearable. He took the time to help me understand the issues and pointed me in the right direction to clear them up. I am so grateful for his help and the extra time he spent with me! read more

Glenn M.

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9 years ago

Service is professional, friendly, and affordable. Ken did a great job in the time he estimated. The waiting room is clean and located close to places to eat lunch in the plaza. I always use the Smog Shop for their great service and easy access location on Oceanside Blvd. I will be back for future smog checks. Thanks! read more

Maurice E.

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11 years ago

Folks.... I don't often write reviews, but this one is deserved. Five Stars for Travis at the Smog Shop in Oceanside. Travis is knowledgable and helpful, and a good man also. If you need to get your car or truck smogged, I highly recommend Smog Shop. read more

Karolina M.

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11 years ago

Looked this place up on Yelp! And I even called other places but this place has the best prices and they are support fast I only waited for about maybe 5 minutes. The owner actually helped me and he was very nice and polite. Definitely recommend it. read more

Ken M.

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11 years ago

Competitive pricing, great service, and a fast turnaround. Travis is excellent! He obviously cares about customer service. I simply read the reviews and took my truck in. I will bring all future service here and recommend to all of my friends. read more

Sandra C.

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7 years ago

This is a very nice shop. I've been here a few times with different vehicles and am usually in/out within a decent amount of time. The guy up front is nice and friendly. Keep up the good work! read more

Sarah C.

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9 years ago

Quick & friendly service, usually in and out within 45 minutes. Great price and easy to find a deal online. My family has taken our cars here several times and always receive excellent service read more

James H.

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10 years ago

Brought my car in last minute before I had to go to the dmv. Friendly guy at the counter that was working.... In and out in30 minutes. Thanks! read more

Jim M.

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10 years ago

Took my RX300 in for a smog check and they took care of me right away. I was in and out quickly! Great customer service!! Thank you!!