Del Mar Auto and Radiator

(1.3k reviews)

Super easy and quick - no appointment needed. Probably in and out within 10 mins. Current price for…read morea smog check in April 2026 is $60 cash ($65 credit). - Saturday hours are great (8am-2pm) - Enter into the garage area from Greenwood St (not Walnut) - They do a few other services like oil changes The only other thing to highlight is that there is a small fee to retest if the car fails the smog check. You can share with them that you are not sure if the car will pass smog and they can try to do a few basic things to gauge right off the bat which we appreciated. Other places may do re-test for free if you do the initial smog check with them (but possibly higher in overall price) so keep that in mind.

The couple who runs this have been doing this for years, they get to it right away, sometimes…read morethere's a line of cars but doesn't take very long. Needed a smog check to renew my registration.

Hill Smog Test Only

(99 reviews)

EXCELLENT service! This is the first year I had to get a smog test for my car and wasn't sure where…read moreto go. Hill Smog is just down the street and gave me the best quote of other smog testing facilities in the area. Quick response and quick service :) I was in and out. 10/10 would go back!

Always very nice and professional, they go out of their way to help. I saw them air up a customers…read moretires after the SMOG check. Just really great service!

Pasadena Smog Brake & Lamp & Safety

(132 reviews)

Took my GX460 in for an oil change that I needed to get done last minute due to a road trip I had…read moreto make the next morning. The guys there were super awesome, trustworthy and professional. I love my truck and I would trust these guys at this shop with it (which is saying a lot).

Still a great experience after all this time! Pasadena Smog & Brake made my smog check quick and…read moreeasy. I was in and out in about 20 minutes on a weekday afternoon. They even have a shaded outdoor seating area. Thanks, Pasadena Smog & Brake!

Vista Test Only Center

(229 reviews)

Quick In and Out…read more Finally met the owner and his good friend George. Super efficient and friendly. Thank you for transparent pricing and wishing you continued success.

I received better service here than I have at Michelin star restaurants. They are exceedingly kind…read moreand very friendly as well as extremely professional. While getting your car smog may seem like a chore if you go to Vista test center you will receive service unmatched by even Disneyland standards.

Mission Smog

(85 reviews)

I have been meaning to write this review for so long, probably almost a year…read more Hands down, this was absolutely the best smog experience I've ever had. The service was amazing, incredibly friendly and quick. I called in to see if they had any availability, and said to just come on by. Of course, in the 5 minutes it took for me to drive over there, a couple other customers got there first haha, but all good I really didn't mind waiting a bit. I can't remember what I paid, but I know for sure it was the best deal compared to all the other smog check businesses that I called. Both my car and my wife's car have to be smogged every couple years due to their age, so we'll definitely be back here soon. Thank you so much! Truly the best 5-Stars all around.

Excellent + efficient service, in a comfortable environment and convenient location! I called this…read moremorning first thing to see if they could do the STAR Smog Test on my 2012 Nissan Juke before I went into work and they were able to accomodate - and I was in/out in 30 minutes. Owner Fred is kind and gracious. I'm glad I took my car here today and will continue to until I stop getting these notices!

The Smog Spot

(763 reviews)

Great experience! One thing that immediately stood out was how responsive they were on Yelp…read moresomething that's surprisingly rare these days. I reached out with a question and got a quick reply right away. I stopped by during lunch on a weekday with no appointment, and Jonathan got me taken care of quickly and professionally. The whole smog check process was easy, straightforward, and had me back on the road in no time. The waiting area was also a nice bonus, with plenty of shade and a swamp cooler that made the wait comfortable, especially on a warm day. Friendly service, great communication, no appointment needed, and fast turnaround. I'll definitely be back when I need my next smog check.

I visited this location last Monday on Memorial Day after discovering that another smog spot I…read moreinitially intended to go to was closed, despite its Yelp listing stating otherwise. I called the Smog Spot, and a friendly gentleman informed me that they would be open until 2 PM that day, so I made my way there from Alhambra. The smog test was conducted quickly and efficiently; I was in and out in just 20 minutes. The pricing was excellent, and I would definitely return in the future.

Pasadena Test Only Center

4.0

(50 reviews)

Guy was in a bit of a hurry and hastily took care of me. No hard feelings, I also just wanted to…read moreget my work done and go about my day. Value-wise, it is very well-priced. You can't do better. You get in, they take care of business, you pay and you get out. Very practical and straightforward. Best place in Pasadena to do the Smog check.

Yourik assisted me in doing my smog test today. He was kind, respectful, honest, and knowledgeable…read more Sometimes being a woman and getting your car service can feel like a scam, however I would recommend his business. It was quick, less than 10 minutes and not expensive. Overall I would say my experience was a 10/10!!

Certified Auto Repair Specialist

(112 reviews)

Got me in and out in the same day! Fair pricing…read more If and when I need help again. I'll be back.

This place is excellent! I found them via a random Internet search: I always took my Kia hybrid to…read morethe dealership for service but the dealership closed. Other dealerships were too far or had bad reviews, so I was relieved to find CARS. They were helpful, honest, thorough, and charged reasonable prices. I will always take my car there and highly recommend them! Elizabeth T.

Express Smog Test Only

(136 reviews)

Vick at Express Smog Test Only Center provided outstanding customer service from start to finish…read more He was prompt, friendly, professional, and incredibly efficient. The whole process was smooth, stress-free, and much faster than I expected. Vick went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled with care and explained clearly. Without a doubt, this is the best smog test service in town. It's rare to find this level of excellent service these days. I highly recommend Express Smog Test Only Center if you want honest, reliable, and top-notch service!

I picked this place because of the stellar reviews and everyone was right -- Vic is the absolute…read morebest!!! He explains everything very thoroughly. He's easy to talk to, respectful and efficient l. My car failed the first time because of a memory issue from a recent repair. He gave me clear instructions. I made an appointment to come back and he helped checked to see if there were any glaring errors before retesting. Ended up passing which is great! Def come here to do your smog checks! Vic is your man

J&E Complete Auto Service

(920 reviews)

It was finally time to get my new-ish car serviced and so after doing some research and even asking…read morea few AI chatbots, I settled on this spot after reading lots of great reviews. I called ahead to confirm if they could make time and we agreed on a date/time that worked. Upon arrival, the shop was jam packed with tons of cars. Feeling a bit worried that my check up would take forever, they quoted me about 1.5hrs to do the standard checks including brakes, tires, fluids, and oil change and it actually ended only taking 1 hour! Very thankful that they were able to squeeze me into their busy schedule and take care of my car efficiently with friendly service! They've won me over and I'll definitely come back again in a few months for the next service date. What's also great is there are a lot of pretty decent spots to eat and even a few nice bakeries too while you wait for your car to get serviced. Highly recommend giving them your business!

I think by this date I've brought my car in for help/service/advice/work about 5 times. It's one of…read morethree mechanics I've been to since moving to LA in 2022. The idea of a funny, personable, caring, no b.s face of an auto shop is almost unheard of except Emad at J&E is the man! This time around Emad had me come in at 7:45 told me I'd get to work by 9am, and Morris backed it up. Robert, Morris, Emad and everyone at J&E are auto staples of this city!! Thank you

Gabriel's Automotive

(416 reviews)

Ohan is the best! I came in for a headlight replacement, and he was quick, friendly, and incredibly…read morehelpful. I also mentioned a loose part on my trunk lid, and he took the time to inspect it, explain the issue, and fix it efficiently. Honest, professional, very reasonably priced, and thorough service from start to finish. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend Gabriel's Auto Service!

I had a lot of suspension and break work done. They got it done quickly and professionally. And at…read morea reasonable price. I'll stay with them from now on. Thank you!

JC’s Mobile Automotive Air Conditioning Service

(60 reviews)

Julio is the best! Very informative and the best part is he comes to you. He helped me with…read moreordering the parts i needed and came back once the parts arrived to do the repair. HIGHLY recommended.

He is a nice guy. He helped me diagnose my car's A/C problem in a quick and timely manner.read more

Lextech

4.7

(356 reviews)

This place is the best!!! I wish we could bring our other car here as well but they don't work on…read morethose types of vehicles. I've been coming here for over a year now it's kind of weird that I'm a mechanic shop would make you feel at home, but they've managed to find a way to do that. I've also never said that I trusted a mechanic before, but I genuinely trust these guys. They have a great waiting room area that set up with a television or refrigerator and coffee or tea with charging stations and a couch and They sell homemade chili oil in the office I mean, what else could you ask for seriously?

If you're a woman, don't go here. I was recommended this place from a guy friend of mine.. but omg…read morethe way I was treated. I came in for one simple thing. They sat me down and told me my car needed $8,000 worth of work. That shit isn't gonna work on me, guys. When the one guy told me, i witnessed another guy walk by and laugh because, yes, it was ridiculous. I took my car somewhere else and they said it was fine. I'll Never go back here again. They take one look at you and decide how they can lie to get $ out of you. Good thing I know enough about cars to know they were scamming me. I know I look like a little lady, but I am not dumb to your tactics :)

World Famous 4x4

(509 reviews)

I've been coming to World Famous 4x4 for years now and they really are the best! Anytime I have…read moresomething I want to fix on my car they get the job done quickly, a great experience from start to finish. The staff is kind and professional, they always keep me updated throughout the entire repair. You can tell they really care about their customers, 10/10!

I went to World Famous 4x4 to have Rock Slide Engineering step sliders installed on my Jeep because…read moremy wife was complaining she couldn't get in and out easily. (Wait until i move up to 40s!!!) I'm glad I called these guys. They helped me choose the right sliders, I ordered them, brought them in, and the installation was fantastic. Everyone was super nice, and we spent some time talking about future upgrades for the Jeep. They gave me some great recommendations, and I'll definitely be back soon. Big fan of World Famous 4x4!

Advanced Mufflers and Auto Repair

4.7

(124 reviews)

I was charged $688 for a muffler and 2.25 straight pipe install. I was told that the muffler was a…read more50 series Flow Master for $180. After I pickup my supra I noticed the exhaust sound wasn't consistent which Flow Master and lifted the car to discover a generic no brand muffler and very poor welded job. When I confronted Omar, he said that despite my muffler not saying it was a Flow Master. I called Flowmaster the company to confirm, and they let me know they do not create Flowmaster mufflers without the Flowmaster brand emblem. Advance Muffler also had installed a 'magma flow" muffler on my son's Acura Integra a few months back so I also lifted his car to find that his muffler was also generic with no brand markings. I spoke to Omar about the situation and he refunded my Supra install and stated he is not a muffler guy and didn't know. I believe this shop often claims to sell you brand name mufflers, like Flowmaster at a premium price and installs generic no name mufflers not expecting customers to ever check.

Best customer service I've ever had in Pasadena. Special thanks to Omar and his crew for making…read morethings happen. They helped me find the rare parts I needed for a classic car. They priced everything fairly and met me lower than market price. They finished the installation in a timely manner. Truly an amazing business that helps its community. If you have any car questions or need basic service done, please give them your business. Thank you again for all you guys do.

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