Cali V. Smog is always such a smooth and simple experience, I bring all my vehicles here and I will…read morecontinue to do so!

Went in for a smog check and it went well. Cost a little more than other places but much more.read more

This automotive repair facility is honestly, in my opinion, the very best auto repair facility in…read moreSan Diego County. Let me explain.. Back in April, when I serviced my 2012 Ford Fusion for a synthetic blend oil change at El Cajon Ford, I was told I needed front and back brakes. I was quoted $600.00 for the front brakes and the.same amount for the back brakes. This amount to me seemed extraordinarily High. I discussed this with an old college buddy and he recommended AAA Smog & Repair Center on El Cajon Boulevard. I had utilized this facility in early May to smog my Ford Fusion. The smog check took a total of 5 minutes to complete and of course my car passed with flying colors. Incidentally, the technician at El Cajon Ford had told me to make sure I get both brakes front and back done in May, as I risked the possiblity of damaging the rotors. Needless to say, I wasn't happy about this as shelling out $1,200 for brakes just isn't in my budget right now. I took my vehicle in for brake servicing at AAA Smog & Repair Center on Friday, June 12th, 2026. Mike, who runs the facility quoted me $375.00 maximum for front brake disc replacement. The work was done in about 2 and 1/2 hours, and the total with tax came out to $394.00. Mike inspected my back brakes and told me there is no way that the back brakes need to be replaced right now. As a matter of fact, he told me the back brakes have at least a year's worth of life left in them. And he explained, as we all know, that the front brakes handled about 80% of braking requirements. I left this facility having paid out a total of $394.00 as stated above.Wow!! On a one to five star rating, if I could give this auto repair facility 10 stars I certainly would. Mike and his wonderful crew got the job done in just a couple of hours and didn't try to break the bank. And unlike other facilities (like El Cajon Ford) he doesn't recommend work that doesn't need to be done. Mike is the most honest service technician/manager I have ever met. This is the kind of auto repair facility one finds in small sleepy towns, located far away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. For example, windshield wiper replacement at this facility runs $11.99 per blade in contrast to Discount Tire, who is selling their wiper replacement blades for around $35.00.. Auto Zone comes in at a few dollars less and El Cajon Ford is off the charts for even a simple replacement part such as windshield wiper replacement blades. This price of this one part serves as a metaphor regarding the fact that this facility cares about us customers in charging the fairest priced for parts and labor possible. They truly care about the customer. This auto repair facility has earned my very highest recommendation. As referenced above, they are not out to break the bank And as a matter of fact, Mike and the crew are trying to save the consumer as much money as is humanly possible in this day and age. Additionally, this facility offers DMV registration renewal, allowing the consumer to skip the long lines at the DMV. They also offer body work and basically anything can be done under the hood.The one thing they don't specialize in is oil changes, though the facility will in fact order the oil and filter required if an oil change is absolutely necessary when other work is being done. Let's face it, all companies are in business to make a profit, of course. The problem, with so many companies out there, is that they gouge the customer, to make a huge profit and are charging prices that are probably 500 to 1000 percent above what should be reasonably and morally charged for parts and services way above what most consumers can actually afford. This company is different. They are charging an extremely fair price thereby saving consumers a ton of money that those other huge companies love to just swallow up with their overinflated high end prices. My warmest thanks and "hats off" to Mike and his gallant crew!! I'll be back at this shop for electrical work in August or September. I wholeheartedly recommend everybody out there consider utilizing this auto repair facility before shelling out those big bucks at those other well known large facilities. Thanks again!!

Found this place on Yelp after having moved into the area. Went there on a Wednesday afternoon with…read moreno appointment, and got help right away. Very great customer service and quick turnaround. Will be coming here for smog when needed again.

Had an appointment and they were quick and just what I hoped for. Definitely recommendread more

Relatively quick in & out . A solid $55 out the door . Nate (owner ?) was really nice to talk to.read more

Had my car Smog tested here. Very friendly staff. Quick service! Biggest plus is they were open on…read moreSunday. I was in and out in no time. Will definitely be back.

Fast, thorough and they offer a free re-check if your vehicle doesn't pass the first time! Highly…read morerecommend this establishment! Don't use Santee Smog Test.

I got the dreaded letter to get my car smog tested when I renewed my registration. I had bought a…read morenew car a couple years ago, so I had avoided the smog test for a few years, until now. It was a busy time of the year for me, and I was looking for a place that was quick and easy to make an afternoon appointment at since I do not have a flexible schedule. I highly recommend this location! They are efficient and reliable.

No I don't recommend this place, I tried leaving a negative review, it didn't fit their narrative…read moreso their business manager "Holly W" asked me to leave a "suggested review" and somehow deleted my first review because it was offensive or rude, it's like damn your business was offensive to me. Failed me on some bull and they know it, for a hose that wasn't broke (verified by another shop) then done charged me for a retest and then tried finding additional stuff wrong on my return visit only for me to call them out on that with "paperwork" proof. Told them take my truck back now and pass it so I can get on up outta this place. paid, bailed and left. Look at my other reviews, I don't leave reviews for nothing, treat me right good review treat me like shit, people gone get learned bout y'all. Instead owning up and admit y'all failed, but nope y'all throw shade and wanna hate because I'm honest af, prices gone up and values gone down. I won't be back.

Talked with Simon on the phone. Out of State smog test required for registration of car for my…read moredaughter at San Diego State. Accomodating friendly and reassuring. My college age daughter not exactly comfortable in this type situation. No issues. No worries. Well done and fair price. Thanks to Simon

Called him at 4:17 on a Sunday he took us in and was done by 5 PM. Very nice very quick great…read moreservice.

Daniel is the man! Best experience. I'll be bringing all my cars here for Smog checks. Fair price…read moretoo.

Great service: fast, clean, courteous, easy to get to and get out of! I have an older truck that…read morelooks brand new so I don't just take it anywhere for service or for anything! You are in good hands if you come here, the guys know what they are doing and like all the reviewers have said, they are speedy! Thanks, will use again and I highly recommend this place!!

What a find! Alan was friendly, professional and efficient! First time there, telling my friends…read moreand family about this gem. Burt

Scammer - do not take your vehicle here. Had a misfire code I was struggling with and told him I…read morejust needed it to pass smog. Told me I need a new head gasket, a job worth more than the vehicle. Code cleared on its own the day I picked it up from him and took somewhere else and passed the smog. Try again, buddy.