Called the shop first to see if they could do a smog and an oil change and the Zack provided a time estimate of the service. Once I got there I was greeted by Zack as well. I was provided with an estimate and in less than in hour the work was completed. Definitely great service and appreciated the friendly environment. I will definitely will be back again. Thank you! read more

These guys are great! Go in for a smog check and can also get oil changed. I asked if they did tune ups and they said they can look over your vehicle and let you know if there is anything else that needs done. They let me know about a few things that need to be addressed with my Audi and referred me to Decann's European Auto who did a great job in fixing my car. Thanks, Fast Freddy's. read more

Fast and fund-friendly Freddy's! Popped into the shop on a Thursday morning for an oil change, had one car a head of me. The kind folks inside estimated 20 minutes, was about 17 minutes. Good pricing for synthetic blend, non of it ended up on my driveway when I got home :) Thanks for the speedy service Zach and Mark! P.S. the music rocks *rock on emoji* read more

Fast Freddy's Lube Express - Front of business - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Shingle Springs, California

If you have never been down to Fast Freddy's Lube Express...what are you waiting for?? Not only is their customer service top notch but the quality service they delivered on my vehicle that was in need of serious TLC was outstanding!! I recommend Fast Freddy's Lube Express 100%! Excellent care. Excellent service. Excellent people!! read more

I have gone to Fast Freddy's for YEARS. Ever since the old man has passed away it's gone down hill. The service isn't the same. A little disappointed. I plan on giving them another chance. read more

Hands down best place in and around Placerville for great service, quality work, and trustworthy recommendations for all the services they offer! Bring all my vehicles here for routine service / smog. read more

The lady who works here on Saturdays is not very friendly. I came into the shop for an oil change and they didn't have the right filter. Mmmkay no problem but when I asked the cashier lady to order the filter so I could come back another day, she told me she doesn't work there and I have to call the owner on Monday. Huhhh? I JUST SAW YOU open the cash register with your keys to ring me up before you realized you didn't have the right filter. Not to mention I saw you helping the man before me. Rude. So I asked one of the mechanics for help and he pointed at the SAME LADY and said I have to talk to her because "she's in charge." But the lady says she doesn't work there. UUGHHHHH I'm going to Jiffy Lube. read more

Had a smog check and an oil change, two different cars and both were done in less than 30 minutes which is pretty great, especially seeing as we didn't have an appointment we just walked in and were bringing two cars. Staff were friendly, efficient and explained things if they needed to replace something. They send the info to the DMV Reasonably priced and not hard to find, located just one block off of 50. Was grateful this was quick and painless on a hot day, we appreciate you! read more

Friendly service. Found on Yelp for a smog. I recommend calling ahead, and they will let you know how long the wait might be.

The only place to go for a Smog and Oil Change. Friendly Prompt.. Service.. Reasonable pricing.. Ask for specials. read more

Had an oil change done here and the kid that did it stripped my drain plug as well as the pan to the point that I could turn it with my hand. They didn't even have the courtesy to tell me. Just let me drive off dumping oil. Avoid. Attached are photos of the warped threads on my oil pan and aluminum shavings in the threading of the drain plug post oil change. read more

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Fast Freddy's is the best place to go for oil changes! I have been going to them for years! They go above and beyond for their customers! While they were doing an oil change last week, they found out that my mechanic who had done an oil change on my car hadn't in fact done one at all! The oil filter and everything else was a mess! They spent extra time cleaning everything up! I just can't thank them enough for saving my engine and not charging me extra! These guys are awesome!!! read more

These guys are great!! They've saved my bacon twice now and they are the only auto repair place I trust to be honest. I just had my truck smogged and the oil changed today. When I went to start up my truck it wouldn't turn over. The manager said it might be the battery and brought me some tools to take it out so I could go across the street for a new one. It turned out that my battery connections were super corroded as I hadn't cleaned them in years. He brought me a scrub brush and a new terminal and put it all back together for me when he realized I have no mechanical aptitude whatsoever. Didn't charge me for terminal or labor. This was on a Friday afternoon the day before July 4th and they were very busy! The other time they helped me out a ton was a number of years ago when I couldn't figure out a warning light on my truck. Ended up being a bad wire. They swapped it out and didn't charge me much at all. Didn't try to take advantage of my lack of automotive knowledge. Can't recommend these guys enough!! My girlfriend's family told me about them and they've been my go to auto place since. read more

Best price for miles around, and the service was unbelievable they did so much extra. It's truly refreshing to see places that are still full of kind hearted employees, def recommend ! read more

Fast Freddy's Lube Express - Store front - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Shingle Springs, California

If you want an honest reliable and friendly shop to go to for an oil change then you have to go to Fast Freddy's. I originally took my car in about a month ago to get an oil change. They pulled my car into the bay in about 5 minutes later Zach came out and told me that he did not think I needed an oil change at that time. He said the oil looks good and has barely turned color. They topped off my fluids free of charge. When my oil change light came on I went back in and they did a fast friendly service. Five stars go to the shop. read more

Fast n friendly smog and oil change! Had issues with smog and they had me comeback after I drove my vehicle about 15 miles.

I've been going to fast Freddy's for nearly a decade. Sadly, the previous owner passed away and the new ownership is horrible. I asked why they wanted to put the type of oil they chose in my car and the guy looked at me confused like he had no idea about cars. Suddenly 2 other employees came out and still not a single one could explain why they chose that oil type which happened to be the most expensive. They also didn't even ask me what oil I preferred in my car based on weather, engine, and driving. I took my keys back and went elsewhere. So sad to see how this once awesome local shop has completely disintegrated under the lack of management. read more

Every two years you just want to get this over with... that said, Freddy is super friendly and no nonsense. He also does oil changes and other repair work... and finding a cool, honest dude is always a good thing in the automotive world. All the other customers hanging out were friendly and spoke super highly of the shop... I'll be coming back! read more

I started coming to Fast Freddy's for oil changes, then brought the car in for a smog. Service is always great, they are quick and communicative and it has always been an easy, stress-free experience. Will definitely keep coming back. read more

The staff here are not cooperating with me I don't know what there problem is. I brought my truck to get smog after I clear a check engine light. I drive it for 130+ miles to clear all codes and still they don't want to do it , the e- vac. Wasn't clear so I talked to my mechanic about it and he sed the the should be able to do it because is not required for the smog test. Someone has to pay attention to this new guys or the business Is going to start loosing customers. read more

Fast Freddy's Lube Express - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Shingle Springs, California

Not ever using these guys again. Last oil change they overfilled my engine oil and left the filter loose.

Whenever possible, I like to support the smaller business. However, in this case it has turned out to bite me in the butt. Took my car to fast Freddys for a brake repair and it turned into a complete disaster. Originally they replaced the pads only Then not long later had to return as rotors were worn and warped. I have to wonder if they check the rotors in the first place. Regardless, I go back a second time As my vehicle is vibrating every time I touch the brakes. Freddy was good about it and did not charge me for new pads that were necessary after me buying the rotors. I go back a third time as the brakes are squealing something fierce. I am now told I should go somewhere else as they do not know how to resolve the issue. So, long story short, i am down about $300+ and I will be needing to go to a new shop for brakes. I suggest keeping this story in mind when considering Freddys for any kind of auto repair needs! read more

We have been taking our vehicles here for routine maintenance and smog checks since we moved to the area. Great service, reasonable prices, and very honest. There is a wait if you arrive late Saturday but that is a testament to the quality service. As far as Zoe's comment about VW Bug service: we have found that issue at numerous service stations. My daughter had a convertible Beetle and a hardtop which we often found difficult to get serviced. Probably engineered by VW to force customers to get their vehicles serviced at the dealership. read more

Fast, friendly service at a good price! Knowledgeable crew who went above and beyond pointing out problems that were not part of their normal inspection. I will be back with all of my vehicles. Thanks Fast Freddy's! read more

Fast Freddy's Lube Express - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Shingle Springs, California

The very best... Outstanding customer service!!! Excellent n fast service... These guys are very honest n an amazing gift to our community.... As soon as you walk in the door Zach is welcoming n warm... Great communication skills... As a woman I did appreciate this emensely... The efficiency of the service guys themselves Forest and Tim were like Zach... and their communication let me know right off I was in good hands... These guys aren't greedy and care about doing excellent work... They go the extra mile.... I was referred by my neighbor n friend to get my car smoged but, was truly surprised to see they do so much... Lube, oil ect... They have my referral to anyone looking for the genuine Best... read more

Terrible been coming for couple years since moving up here in 2015. Always had great service until today i called Friday spoke about making appointment the owner said no appointment its first come first serve. I am standing at the door it's about 8:58am there unlocking doors haven't turn on the open sign yet when this lady by pass me and goes in? I open the door tell the guy behind the counter your sign is not on are you open? He responds oh the sign doesn't work and yes we are open. I tell him I was first this lady cut in front me he responded by saying oh she regular we will get to you and get you out fast as possible. I tell him that's not the point it's first come first serve! I got up early drove from el dorado hills to be first customer of the day and for what so they can't follow there own company policy. First come first serve. This will be last time I come here taking my business elsewhere since they cater to locals as a Priority. Lastly to the owner hope you talk to service writer and make changes my day is important as anyone else day off is. First come.. first serve read more

This USED to be a great place. The owner has been sick and the employees now don't seem very knowledgable or helpful. They seem to have problems with the smog test equipment and test are not very accurate or incomplete. They refused to do a retest on my vehicle after I did the repairs they suggested. I had to take it to another shop and it passed with no problem. The smog guy is rude and tells people the machine is broke when he is doesn't feel like working for the day. Told me he didn't have time to do it, eventhough they were open for two more hours. Brought it back the next morning and he said he would not do it. Others have said that the equipment mysteriously doesn't seem to work on Friday afternoons. I heard several people complain that the repairs they had done were not fixed while I was sitting in the lobby.Do not under any circumstances use this place until the owner returns. read more

Amazing customer service, remembers my name, and fast! I've been going here for a couple years and have nothing to complain about.

Friendly staff, quick and efficient mechanics. Reasonable prices, usually in and out pretty quick. Can't go wrong!

Lived in cp area for 5 years and am wondering why I didn't come here sooner. Very pleasant people read more

I have been taking my Lexus and my husbands dodge truck here for years. Smog checks and oil changes. They are honest fast and reliable. Very nice guys. I would recommend this business to family and friends. read more

I just moved to the area and found this place on Yelp. I went to get a smog check and I was probably there less than 20 mins. Freddy is super friendly and nice. It also helps that there was $5 coupon off any service. Definitely will be back! read more

Our family has been bringing our cars here for years. The tech, Evan is a wealth of knowledge, and can fix just about anything. Since Fred bought the place a few months ago, the facility got a much needed make-over. Honest shop, fair prices, and quick turn around times make this place worth the drive! read more

Great experience! Very fast oil change (20 minutes) and they did a quick inspection and found that my tires were overinflated. Will be back. read more

Fast Freddy's Lube Express - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Shingle Springs, California

Fast Freddy's Lube was great. They were fast and friendly. I've used them for a smog and oil change. I liked that they didn't waste my time trying to up sell me of services I didn't request. I'll be back. read more

Freddy's is pretty fast. I came in for an oil change and waited for maybe half hour. It's a very busy place and it gets crowded. Waiting room has about 4 chairs. If your car needs immediate attention Freddy's is alright. However, my husband says don't ever go here again. So there ya go! read more

Fast Freddys is definitely NOT fast. Arrived early with no cars or customers ahead of me. Just needed a quick oil change. The kid at the register was not very friendly. The first clue that it was not going to be fast, was when they took 20 minutes just to move my car car into the shop, while two service guys stood around talking. At the 45 minute mark, I went in and asked what was going on. They then got to work and finished up. Got out of there in one full hour. When the service guy rang up the bill he did give me a $5 discount for taking so long. Thus, they get a two star, rather than the minimum one star. Would rather have been out of there in 20 minutes, which is a reasonable time for an oil change. Also, no extra service such as vacuuming or window cleaning like other service places. I won't recommend Fast Freddys, as they're not fast or friendly, in my opinion. read more

Fast, quick and honest. Fred runs a great business. Went in to have my car smogged, out in less 20 min!

These guys are the best! No BS straightforward and they get it done quickly! Was looking to get my smog cert done and they were at least $20 cheaper than pretty much everybody else in the area. Love these guys! read more

Great, fast, friendly and good prices. First time there and I will be back. The oil change was done quickly and without any hassle when I mentioned the $5 coupon from Yelp. read more