I came to this location after my Mobile Mechanic was not able to fix my car inside of my garage. I had just gotten my oil changed at my local dealership and they told me my front driver side axle was leaking. The dealership quoted me $859 which I knew was a complete and total rip off. My Mobile Mechanic suggested I go see Oscar and I am so glad that I did. He pre-ordered the part for me and when it came in and wasn't the right size his front desk kindly drove me home, which was easily a 10+ minute drive away from their shop, which I very much appreciated. Oscar did great work had a fair price and I am very happy to have found this location. read more

Dropped off the car for another smog certificate, walked to TruBrew for a mocha. Walked back and it was done! Thanks.

Incredibly unprofessional behavior. Go elsewhere, there are MANY options nearby. After I paid and was leaving, one of the workers was on the phone and completely relaxed and leaning on my car on the driver's side mirror. He saw me and quickly got off without apologizing at all, and remained busy on the phone. My car was parked crooked halfway in the shop doors, halfway not. Not even parked in a proper parking spot? I will definitely not return to this business based off the lack of respect and care. I found it extremely rude coming from a place you trust with your car. Customer service was awful. read more

Been here twice so far. First time my Subaru just had a dead battery so it didn't have enough data in the ECU and it failed smog. They let me know and didn't charge me. Second time I took my sister's car and no wait was done in 10 minutes. Friendly staff and clean waiting room. Price is comparable to other smog centers in the area. read more

Bake Smog Center - Waiting room - Auto Repair Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Fast, easy and fairly priced. What else do you need? I came here for a smog certificate. I will definitely be doing business with them again in the future. Oscar the owner is professional and keeps it simple. read more

Great service, trustworthy and super nice! My mechanic recommended Bake Smog Center years ago and I have been coming here for my smog check since. Turnaround time is pretty fast and their location is easy to find. Highly recommend! A+++ read more

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I have been using Bake Smog Center services for the past 12 years for my own cars. We also take the company's cars I work for to get maintenance there. Oscar is CEO and owner, someone you can trust not only with the work he does on car but also with the prices. You know why you can trust him? Oscar is the type of owner that is there from dawn till dusk. He is the one that opens and closes the shop. He has a crew of professionals with many years of experience that offer excellence and the quality of their work will speak by itself. To give you a more peaceful mind set, the shop it's equipted with sophisticated equiptment where they do everything, from simply running a diagnostic test to rebuilding a new engine. If you get there early enough when Oscar is opening, you will notice a few clients already waiting for him and stays steady busy throughout the day. They are pretty efficient and they will take care of your automobile needs while keeping your wallet happy. read more

Oscar and his crew are amazing people. I took my Jeep to get smogged and everything was wonderful. Thank you all. Highly recommended

Efficient, professional, and overall great service! I came in for a smog check and when I pulled in, Oscar helped me right away before I even stepped into the office. I was in and out in less than 30 minutes and their front desk was very friendly and informative. I will definitely be a returning customer. read more

They did the smog check without an appointment quickly, friendly, and professionally. Would highly recommend.

Best Smog Center Ever! Using Yelp, I found the most efficient, professional, and reasonably priced Smog Center near my house! It is tucked away in the commercial businesses but I had read this on another review and patient in my search. I didn't need an appointment, the clerk was friendly and I was done in less than 20 min. I was relieved knowing they upload the results on SMV website. Their reviews are outstanding and well worth checking out first! read more

took my car here to get my belt and pully replaced, total was $493. just to have it brought back to me very squeaky, the belt was slipping. i told him i brought this car not squeaky, what's this. he just said oh bring it back tomorrow and well fix it its something else. im not taking time off work to bring it back. went to auto zone bought the parts myself and fixed it after work. so i just spent over half a grand just to fix the car myself. never coming here again. read more

Great service, very fast trustworthy and professional, I've been coming here for years to smog my cars. Always walked in and was helped and on my way very quickly. Staff are very nice. Wait area is clean and looks comfortable, but you won't be here long. I highly recommend. read more

This is my go-to spot to get my vehicle checked and to have the smog check. Great place for repairs and diagnosing as well they are honest and best priced and do great work. Thank you Oscar and team for the great service! read more

No wait , fast service. Me and my husband have been going to Oscar for least 5 yrs, he always made the process easy and flawless. read more

CAUTION ON SMOG TESTS!! I was working in OC and decided to go ahead and get my smog down to register my vehicle. Earlier in the day I had a dead battery and AAA had to replace it. I pulled up, owner came out and hooked up a code reader to my van and then walked away for awhile. I was just left standing there wondering why it wasn't being brought in to the emissions test area. FINALLY, after awkwardly standing there awhile he said "ok, you're all set just go inside and they'll take care of you." I thought, that's strange my vehicle never went on the equipment. The girl inside asked what I needed, explained the owner asked me to come in. He quietly slipped her a note and she charged me for the SMOG test. THEN the owner explains that if you get a new battery you have to drive 50 miles before smog. I feel ripped off. Waste of time and money. BE CAREFUL HERE!!! read more

I did not ask the guy his name, but he was awesome. I went there to do a pre-purchase inspection of a chevrolet cargo van I am planning on buying. Affordable price, and he let me know that there is an issue with the vehicle but it is because the monitor did not reset - you need to drive it a few hundred miles to reset it. (That is my vague explanation, I know nothing about cars). Anyway, I had the dealership that I am planning on buying it from drive it 200 miles then bring it back here, the guy checked the car again, and everything was good. Very nice guy, friendly, efficient service. Will definitely be coming here again for car maintenance and whatnot. Wish I knew his name so I could leave it in the review. He seems like the manager/owner, or maybe the lead mechanic. Thanks! read more

We've been taking our cars to Oscar even before he moved to his Laguna Hills location. Not only for smog. For repairs too. We wouldn't go anyplace else. Honest and all fixes are professional. Never a problem afterwards. Price is always fair. Better than most. Once we had to have one of our cars towed over there for repair. Even the tow truck driver had had nothing but compliments for Oscar and Bake Smog. Oscar gets our highest recommendation. read more

I read other reviews saying this place can be tricky to find, and I agree with that. I used the McLaren entrance to get here, rather than coming straight from Rockfield. It's in a business park so it's hard to tell where this place is. The sign is small so it kind of blends in with the other businesses. If you just drove around slowly and carefully read the signs you'll find it. The main entrance leads you to the waiting room, but there's not really a front desk area where someone is waiting to help you. When I showed up, around lunchtime, I just called to one of the mechanics working in the other room and he was able to help me. I was in and out in about 15 minutes. Everything went smoothly. It cost $45 for the smog check. I will definitely come back here in the future. read more

Bake Smog Center - Front entrance. Their sign is pretty small so it doesn't really pop out at you. - Auto Repair Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

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In and out for 48 dollars. It is a little Hard to find. It is in the middle of a row of mechanics garages, and there's a mechanic right next-door that also does certified smog charge so make sure you're going to the right place. read more

Came in without an appointment and in need of a smog check... walked in, my car was taken right back, done in under 20min and for $45! Fast and easy! Next time I need a smog for one of our cars I will definitely head back! read more

Went in for smog check. I was in and out in 20 minutes. Shop and waiting area clean and efficient. Price was what they said it would be. Would recommend. read more

I came in for a smog check and oil change. He was quick to get it done. But when I got my car back it smelled like something was burning, but I had to rush back to work. It continued to smell like that and I took it to Valvoline for an air filter change and they informed me a green fluid was leaking everywhere. And that the hose looked like it was knocked out. I've been out of town since, so I haven't even been able to get this looked at. But I'm afraid to go back here now bc they might ruin it more or they just won't care to fix it. Super frustrating bc clearly the issue was caused here bc my engine has never smelled like that before, and it wreaked of it as soon as I got in. read more

Had to get a smog inspection to register my vehicle. Called that morning and was able to get in that afternoon. Showed up on time and took about 20 minutes from beginning to end. Paid $60 cash. read more

I have a very hard time trusting companies, in which you have to trust them on their word completely. This would apply to dentists, contractors, mechanics, solar installation companies that completely destroy your tile roof (I'm still a bit peeved about that experience), etc. one of my work vans had antifreeze leaking from it, so I took it into Bake Smog to get checked out. They are close to my work, so I figured I'd give them a try. They did an initial diagnosis and shared that unfortunately, it was my heater core. Those are inside your vehicle, under the dashboard, where water from your engine cooling system is circulated through to provide heat to your interior cabin. Although it wasn't a new motor or anything, it also wasn't a simple/cheap fix. I gave them the green light to go ahead and do it, so they ordered the parts and got to work. When I went to pickup my van, they shared that it was actually less expensive than what they had initially quoted, because once they got it all pulled apart, the heater core wasn't bad, it was just a loose connection inside. This was a Huge sign of integrity, from anyone supplying a service. They already had the clearance to perform the work quoted, they had ordered parts to fix it and they were delivered to their shop. The item needed to be fixed was in a completely sealed off part of the vehicle, so I would have never known if it was a bad hose clamp or heater core. Even with all of that, they did the right thing, completed the repair that was needed, took the lesser paying option to move forward and had the parts returned that they had ordered. I cannot say enough great things about these guys. Trustworthy and fair prices. read more

Needed to get my 2011 SUV smogged and called around for a place that would accept appointments. Bake Smog was awesome. They took my car at appointment time, no waiting and processed the test in an efficient manner. Wouldn't consider going anywhere else Oscar was polite, professional and friendly. read more

Quick and efficient smog check. I came while they were on lunch and they still serviced me pretty quickly. Will be coming back again when I need it. read more

I love this place Easy to talk Quick Friendly I paid $ 45 for my smog check it is not bad read more

Bake Smog Center - Auto Repair Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

My dad told me once: " In life you only few thing and one of them is to have a great, honest and trustworthy MECHANIC". I was only 7 years old and I have no idea about what he was taking about it. Then I started driving and my car broke down and reminded my about what my dad told me before. To find OSCAR at the BAKE SMOG CENTER was not a coincidence; it was highly recommended to my by a friend of mine after he saw me almost crying for help about my car. Now I am a happy camper because I followed my dad advice and I was lucky enough to find Oscar who is for now on my FAVORITE AND ONLY MECHANIC in my life! Daddy was right! read more

So I call at 4:40pm. I ask if I can be seen. They say be here by 5 and yes. Arrived at 5:05. He takes my car and I'm done by 5:30 certified and everything. I have a Scion tC 2005 and he charged a total of $45. Legit. I recommend. read more

Bake Smog Center - Auto Repair Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Oscar is the BEST. He's so honest & trustworthy. Went to him a year ago for a smog and I found the best mechanic ever. He's fixed my wheel bearings/axle, water pump, and done a tune-up. My Subaru has 150,000 miles on it and I expect it'll keep rolling b/c of Oscar! Can't say enough good things. Seems to be loved in the community. Deserves 10 stars. read more

Great place to get your smog done, I've gone here 2 times and both times I've gotten great service and price !! Oscar the owner gave me some tips on my car without any charge. I would definitely recommend coming here and that's coming from a guy that works at a dealership. read more

Extremely courteous and professional, they smog checked my car and I passed with flying colors! I was in and out before I could even read 1 page in my book, around 1 p.m. on a weekday. If you need to pass that pesky smog test, Bake Smog Center is the place. Oh, just a tip: It's hard to find; you can walk into the storefront but they have you drive your car around the back, into an alley, for them to smog it. read more

Came out here on a Saturday to smog my car and I was in and out in literally 15 minutes. Talked to Oscar and he told me that besides smog, they do repairs on car of any make and model. I sat down with him and got a quote on brakes and rotors for a German car and I was surprising by how competitive his prices are to dealerships as well as other shops in the area. I highly recommend this place. Honest and friendly. read more

The "place across the street" was closed till Dec 1. Quickly found Bake Smog Center thanks to Yelp, and I'm glad I did! Saturday morning, no appointment, and no wait at all as soon as I walked in. I was pleasantly surprised by the level of service here. (which was excellent)... cheaper than the more popular place across the way, super fast, and they also send certification electronically to dmv. Can't really ask for more! read more

Bake Smog Center - Passed visual, sniffer, and OBDII. No muss, no fuss. - Auto Repair Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

I have been coming to the Brake Smog Center for approximately seven years. Seven years of dedicated consistency resolving difficult repairs to my car is exactly what Oscar is about. He is meticulous at resolving anything. He and his staff is also courteous and kind no matter the day or time I arrive at his auto shop, taking time to inquire my needs. Because he is through and cares about his work. I know I am safe and sound when driving my car. I give him 5 stars or more. Carol Courtney read more

No frills, no coupons, just a smog check for my 2000 vehicle that cost $40 including the certificate. I called ahead on a Wednesday morning to see if they were busy and went right in. The whole visit was about 20 minutes. I would recommend Bake Smog Center! Updated for 2018: Still a loyal customer! Bake Smog Center is the only place we take our vehicles for any service. Always honest with no up-sell, Oscar's shop is a hidden gem in OC. LOVE them! read more

had a great experience for no appointment. nice waiting area with water. kind workers! will try them for mechanical work.

Ah the smog check. One of the many joys of registering vehicles in California. Among the many, many smog check facilities, Bake Smog Center is a standout. Yelp didn't steer me wrong with all of the 5 star reviews. The location can be a little tricky to find (the business complex is set up kind of like a maze), but well worth the effort. Oscar and his entire team are friendly and efficient. I brought in two vehicles on different days - while appointments are not required, I did call ahead and neither visit took longer than 20 minutes. Things to know: - The storefront is the waiting area - you will need to drive around to the bay in the back of the building for smog service, and your car will be returned to you at the front. - If your vehicle is already registered in CA, they will send the smog test results electronically to the DMV - no paper certificate to worry about. - There is a small discount for cash payment. read more

I have to agree with the other yelpers on this one. This place got me in and out in 20 minutes for a smog check and cert. My car passed and it was a flat $40 fee. Great YELP find!!! Woohooo!!! The place is difficult to find but it's worth it. Its in the set of office buildings next to the Hat and Car Wash place...just look for the building number. They also quoted me to replace my brakes and resurface the rotors for $140. Another quote I had gotten was $200 for the same thing. I think I'll have to come back again. read more