Always a very quick pleasure getting smog checked and getting my registration renewed with sticker in hand before I leave. I've been going to these guys since they were much closer to home back when they were in Hollywood. Luckily, they moved not too far from where I work so I can continue enjoying my smog check and registration renewal without the hassle of long lines or large crowds. The price they charge for convenience is not bad and so worth it for me. read more

Drove up, they took in my car, then 4 minutes later told me hey our computers aren't working call next time to see if our equipment is up and running.... unbelievable and funny enough I called them before driving over and their receptionist said they had no wait time and to come over. read more

I went there for a SMOG CHECK during my lunch hour, and it was fast and all done within 30 minutes.

Time to update my review... I've been coming to Autochek every two years for as long as I can remember. I rolled in yesterday around 4:30 and was shocked to have an open bay. Kim greeted me warmly and said it had been busy all day and it must be my lucky day. He quickly got my info and pulled my car in. Before I knew it, he called out that my check was done! I paid and thanked the team. My car battery randomly died and Kim grabbed a jumper machine and got me on my way. He has such good energy. Whoever manages this location, please retain Kim! He has such great energy and is fast and friendly. Thank you Autochek--see you again in two years! (though my family will see you sooner for the other cars) Tip: grab the coupon off their website for $10 off. read more

I love the service and the friendly of the employees. I being getting my smoke checked for more the 8 yrs. read more

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Auto Chek was so fast and easy. You drive right up, they perform the check, and when the car passes the smog check, you're good to go. It took less than 15 minutes. Make sure to show the $10 coupon from their website before you sign the estimate! read more

Ive been coming here for years. They're fast, polite and I never wait longer than 10 min for registration renewal. Their smog check is super fast as well. Very organized and worth the drive from Compton! Affordable as well! read more

The smog service requested, efficient time and value is all one could ask for. Excellent shop! read more

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Amazing staff! A+++++ Experience! Took care of me right away! My car passed smog and I got my registration within 15 minutes! read more

The friendly staff! And very helpful told me if something just need cleaning or replacing. The cashier was also very welcoming and helpful with pricing. And helpful. read more

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Had a very recent recall repair at BMW where my car's DTCs had to be cleared causing my emissions test to fail. I wasn't aware that this could cause a failure and BMW didn't bother telling me that this was a possibility. After the failed first test, Kim the technician kindly and thoroughly explained to me what I needed to do in order to drive the car sufficiently enough to gain back its OBD readiness and at that point, I simply needed to return for a free re-test. I did exactly what he instructed me to do and returned this morning where my car passed without issue. Kim went above and beyond in his explanation and assurances and I was relieved it all worked out. Service with a smile. Thank you. read more

Great service. Very quick, helpful, and friendly staff. Very convenient to have registration printed at the location, too.

Really disappointed as my whole family has been coming here for all our smogs for over 2 decades and the way I was treated yesterday was not ok. First Luis gives me a hard time about my late registration, which is not his place to comment on and my car was being worked on and had issues for months. I just spent thousands fixing my car so it would pass the smog test. It's only been worked on by one of the best Mustang experts in the county. I keep my OBD scanner plugged in my car and there's no sign there or any way I was to know that I shouldn't have had it plugged in to the only port for my car. What really upsets me though is Luis claimed I had done a reset a few minutes before bringing my car in! Which I was confused by. Today I looked at my OBD scanner and logs history and the last reset was in 09/04/2025! It apparently ran a scan that day but not a reset. Mind you, not once was my OBD scanner mentioned at all. Nothing is showing it to have been unplugged and plugged back in, so I'm curious as to how he did a scan on my car with his OBD? He told me I needed to complete the drive cycle which it had already been multiple times. If I hadn't researched having it plugged it at a smog, then I would have brought my car for a retest and failed again and wasted money! Now I have to wait at least a couple weeks to have a retest when I need to register my car asap to prevent fines. read more

This is where I always go to get my 26 year old New Beetle smog checked. They are so friendly, and so fast!

Fast and easy way to get a smog check. Prices are reasonable with coupon, but complete registration on your own to save on them submitting for you. read more

Very professional and friendly. I've been going here for many years. Service is quick and fast. Usually in and out in 30-45 mins if not sooner. They used to take other competitor's coupons. Highly recommend. read more

Very pleasant experience. Everyone was nice. The smog test service was done quickly. I had a car ahead of me, but only took about 30 mins total. I mentioned to Sandra the cashier that I didn't have a coupon for the first time since I've been going there. She told me to check in on the Yelp app which I did & it saved me $10. Very kind of her. read more

I've used Auto Check a couple of times to smog check my car. Service is great and so are the people.

Great service and great product especially with the check in with the technician great

Been going to this place for years but lately the employees that do the work have a real poor attitude. With all the smog check places in the area this place is off my list. read more

Amazing!! Great service. Friendly techs and service counter. Price and discount are fair. Very convenient and fast, read more

The people are nice and very helpful. Also the pricing is good for the service they provide. I even brought my other car The following month for its smog check. And very friendly staff. read more

Great service and quick ! Cashier was very kind and patiently helping me with questions I had asked. She made my day !

If speed and efficiency is what you're looking for, do yourself a favor and head on over to Auto Check Centers. I grabbed lunch at Chili's across the way and decided to bring in my whip for a past due smog check. I pulled up and within three minutes a tech came by and asked to see my DMV notice. I handed over the notice, he asked me to sign the estimate and asked me to exit the vehicle. As I exited the vehicle, the tech explained that it would be no more than 20 minutes. I sat down and waited for no more than six minutes when a fellow customer next to me pointed to the tech. He was done! Whoa! As I walked to the cashier, I checked in on yelp for a small discount. The cashier was friendly and courteous. I ended up getting the tags and registration for a small fee, which I think was a fantastic value. read more

Unfortunately not a pleasant experience. The people are not friendly. They are also overpriced compared to other Smog stations. Recommend going elsewhere for a better price and experience. read more

It was great to pull in and no time finished with the process. Great deal, everyone's very helpful. And was out of there and a good amount of time read more

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From the moment I drove up , the gentleman greeted me with a smile and there was no wait and they took my car right away ! My car needed a smog check and I have been here in the past but today they are getting my 5 star review based on the great service I received from everyone. It's the day before Thanksgiving, they are closing an hour early , I am sure they want to go home just like everyone else and start their holiday but they still were kind and did not rush . great job overall! read more

Sandra was very helpful! Good service! This is my favorite place to come for smog certification! Good value!

Horrible service. My vehicle went to the state referee, passed with no problems. I bring the same vehicle here, (4 months after it passed with the state referee) and the tech had the car for 30 minutes, constantly going back and forth between the hood and computer. He then waves me over to tell me it's going to fail because there's a hose that looks brittle, and he needs more time to inspect because there will be something else that can fail. I explained to him that this truck has gone to the state referee and it passed with flying colors. He didn't seem to understand. I then take my vehicle to another smog check down the road (within the same hour) and what do you know, it passes with no issues. read more

bing. bang. boom. it will take longer to write this than them running your smog check. no appointment. drove up on a lazy tuesday morning. in a stall with the quickness. i was planning on doing some business while waiting, but, these folks were too fast! smog done and back out the door in 10mins. they offered to send the registration directly to DMV for a fee. i passed, but, you don't have to. :) see you guys in 2 years! read more

Time to smog... Handy helpful and friendly... The best in Manhattan Beach! Really!!! read more

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Been using them for over 20 yrs. Great service and they do accept competitive coupons!

Fast and easy service. Alan was very nice and I recommended. Ive come Here several times read more

Staff is completely devoid of personality but they get the job done. I rarely have to wait longer than 15 minutes.

Been coming here for years when my vehicles need to be smogged. Easy, friendly, and fast (if they are not too crowded). Be sure to use the Yelp 20% discount coupon for a really good value. read more

I came here for smog test on Wednesday morning, it was a short wait, they got the job done fast and workers were friendly and they honored the Yelp check-in discount as well! I am satisfied with the service! read more

I got a smog check notice with my car registration this year and it just felt like yet another annoying homework assignment. I researched some local smog check stations and this place had some of the best reviews plus a great Yelp checkin offer 20% off coupon. I rarely drive my car so I shouldn't have been surprised that it didn't pass because the computer had to be reset. I had to do several drive cycles and then come back for a free re-test. After a week of driving, I returned and the technician quickly re-tested and thankfully it passed! All the technicians were helpful and efficient and with the 20% off coupon, this is the best deal! read more

Wasted 45 minutes in line to have the guy say he wouldn't smog it because I had an "aftermarket intake boot". The intake boot is identical to the original in every way except it is made of silicone instead of rubber so it will last longer. I tried to explain that to him but he gave me more nonsense about needing an EO sticker. Those are for aftermarket parts that are functionally different than the original parts. TRAIN YOUR WORKERS BETTER! read more

Quick service! Recommend going right when they open to get in and out fast. They typically have 2 lanes going.

Great thanks! Come here every time I need a smog check. No wait during the week. Love it read more

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