Needed a Star smog for my car that was due the next day.I called in and Richard was very respectful…read moreand helpful. Got the service I needed and for a great price. Will come again thank you

Seriously the best smog experience ever in Oakland at a good price compared to other. The owner is…read morethe nicest guy ever even helped me with the DMV registration process. This is my smog place as long as I'm in Oakland. Highly recommended.

It's been 11 years since I had to do a smog check because I purchased a new hybrid car, so I never…read moreneeded one. I ended up going back to the exact same guy I used 11 years ago , Carlos at 15 Minutes Smog Test & Repair. Same guy, same professionalism, same incredible service. I was literally in and out in 15 minutes and paid only $40. Eleven years ago, I paid $35. In California, where prices have doubled and tripled on everything, this is honestly unbelievable. I called around before going, and everywhere else was quoting me anywhere from $60 to $80+. Carlos knows exactly what he's doing, which is why this place constantly has 5-star reviews. Super proactive, super professional, and they even cleaned my windshield while I was there. Seriously, don't waste your time chasing coupons or dealing with nonsense shops. If you need a smog check, go here. Carlos was phenomenal. A++ service. I honestly don't even understand how anyone else is still in business at this point.

This is my go to spot for smog checks!…read more I like to make an appointment because they work on your car as soon as you get there. I've been there before without an appointment and other cars with appointments are worked on before mine. No big deal, since they're fine with walk ins. But if I can save 15 minutes, I'll save 15 minutes! Jose is efficient and quick! He's also friendly and appears to remember me - maybe because I've been going there for awhile! $40 for our cars, cash or credit. There's a cafe a block away but I check my email onsite and my car is ready! I should time him next time. I think it's been as fast as 12 minutes.

Highly recommend this place for smog test, they did a fantastic job on my old toyota…read more where other places don't even want to work on my car. They also provide other auto work too or stop by for a quick oil change while getting some egg tart or boba tea in chinatown

The service was quick and the guy doing my smog, Mohammed, was informative and kind and patient…read morewith my questions. Highly recommended.

I had recently replaced the battery on my older Toyota and had no idea it would reset the vehicle…read morediagnostics and affect my smog check. Another business told me rather bluntly that I needed to complete a 50-mile "drive cycle" before the car could pass. With my DMV registration deadline approaching over a holiday weekend, I was overwhelmed and short on time. After a restless night, I called this smog and repair shop and explained my situation. From the very first conversation, Brian and Katrina treated me with patience, compassion, and professionalism. Even though they were clearly very busy for the holiday weekend, they made me feel heard, understood, and genuinely cared for. That kind of customer service is rare these days. When I arrived, they were ready for me right on time. The process was smooth, organized, and efficient. The shop may look busy to the average customer, but it's obvious they run things with experience and precision. My car was finished promptly, and the quality of service was excellent. An added bonus: the location is great if you need to wait nearby. I was able to relax outside in the sun near Sprouts while everything was handled. What stayed with me most was how human the experience felt. Brian and Katrina made me feel at home away from home during a very stressful situation. I'm deeply grateful for their expertise, kindness, and integrity, and I'll absolutely be adding them to my future rolodex for automotive services. Highly recommended.

BE CAREFUL! $620…read morefor the LABOR to install one ignition coil and spark plugs... here's how it happened: My partner brought our BMW 328i in for a smog inspection and to clear a check engine light. The car had already been diagnosed with a failed ignition coil and spark plugs by a mechanic who was backed up 2 weeks. Despite that, we were told they'd need to run another diagnostic themselves... AWESOME When I heard that they needed to do another diagnosis, I was worried, but luckily I was able to speak with the shop and my girlfriend before any work was done which was a relief. I was told on the phone that the repair would be $500 (a tad high- and also the maximum my normal mechanic told me I should pay for these repairs ....but it's the Bay Area, what are you going to do). By the time I got home from work it was almost 9PM. We were in bed and assumed that the car was gonna be there overnight but the shop called at 840 to let us know that we needed to pick up the vehicle. When we got there, I was informed that the bill had climbed to nearly $800 after additional labor charges and inspection fee had been added on top which were not initially included (all of which happened conveniently after I got off the call and my girlfriend left the car to get worked on). That kind of increase should have been explained much more clearly upfront. But OK, I approved, she signed, it's a miscommunication. Except it wasn't the bill she signed was $800 for labor no parts mention , and when I got there they raise the rate in additional $32 from the sheet she signed. Looking at this final invoice now: they charged OVE $620 in labor to replace 1 ignition coil and 1 spark plug-- i'm no mechanic but after speaking with a few, i've been informed that that's actually a fair amount of time to spend..... once you take into consideration their 2 hour lunch break in the middle of the job. The parts were only $150, yet the labor charge was FOUR TIME that amount. Let that sink in. These guys are crooks and I hope the BBB audits their business to make sure that the number of mechanic hours line up to the number of hours of possible working hours (they won't). I have a strong feeling they are working on multiple cars at the same time and charging you for the pleasure. If you're considering this shop, immediately STOP, go elsewhere. If your hands are absolutely tied, I'd still try to go elsewhere but if you absolutely have to, I recommend asking for a detailed, itemized estimate before authorizing any repairs-- then sitting there and watching how long they actually work on your car. Also take that initial estimate and use it as toilet paper.... that's exactly what they'll do. We absolutely will never be returning. Times are tough in the economy and I really hate that I supported this business. I strongly suggest you don't

Took care of both my cars with no issues for past 2 years . Thank you…read more Value is solid .

DO NOT GO HERE!!!…read more This used to be my go to place for smog, but the last couple of visits were very frustrating and ended up costing me unnecessary money. Both times my vehicles were in good condition and should have easily passed. However, the technician was searching around for any small issue and manually entered something into his system that caused a failure, then required me to return and pay additional $28 for a retest. Which I'm not going to do. After the most recent incident, I went to another smog shop and the car passed without any problems. I'm familiar with cars, and based on my experience I can tell you that "visual inspection" is 100% BS. I will not be returning.

I've been going to Express Auto Clinic on Broadway for years, and they have consistently taken…read moreexcellent care of my car. Don and his team are honest, straightforward, and very good at explaining what actually needs to be done versus what can wait, which is rare in auto repair. When my Prius's catalytic converter was stolen and it was covered by insurance, they didn't just replace the part; they installed a custom set of countermeasures, including a welded cage and varied fasteners, specifically designed to slow down or deter future theft attempts. For Prius owners in Oakland dealing with catalytic converter theft, this kind of thoughtful, preventative work is invaluable, and I always tell other Prius drivers to go to Don when this happens. At this point I take my car to Don for everything, from routine oil changes and smog checks to major maintenance, because I trust his judgment and his workmanship. Pricing has always been fair, the work is done quickly, and I've never felt like they were upselling me. Don is incredibly thoughtful and genuinely considerate of his customers' needs, which keeps me coming back and recommending him to friends and neighbors.

The woman and Don, I think his name was, were very quick and helpful. They let us know that the…read morespark plug was not screwed on properly. Maybe that's why we've been hearing rumbling on the car.

Robert was super friendly and helpful. The test was very reasonably priced and efficient - I was in…read moreand out in 15 minutes. There's a coffee shop and a nice bougie market next door for while you wait. Never knew a smog test could be a pleasant experience... Highly recommended!

$67 and 6-7 minutes later, I had an unequivocally great, nothing about it "so-so" experience at 76…read moreOakland Smog. Kind, friendly, expert service. I went in at 5:30pm on a Monday, no line, no wait. Funny to rave about a smog check, but I've certainly been to versions and locations that were seedy and sus. Go here instead.

Found this place by luck and I am so glad I did. Not only did Will do my smog test for a great…read moreprice but he also took the time to walk me through the extensive test procedure for my older 1995 Acura. I was told he's been in the business for 30 years and his knowledge definitely shows. My new go to shop for smog tests for older cars!

My mechanic has been taking my car here for almost a decade. Today is the first day I been to this…read morebusiness. The owner and his assistant and very friend. They ate also professional. The small but clean. These guys even practiced Covid/air borne illnesses and etc. They both wore masks and stayed 6ft+ away. I came in for a smog check and they finished in 20-25 mins. They both were good at holding/starting a conversation. The price for a smog isn't as bad as some places so it's a good value. I will be back here and will tell my network to come here. Thank you guys!!