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Garrett's Smog 3

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Chris meets customer service requests, he exemplifies the highest quality level, while delivering the best value in his market space

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9 months ago

My first time with Chris. He did a great job, offered lots of feedback and answered questions. Very friendly. I'll be back.

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Fast friendly and efficient the owner is super friendly they offer snacks and drinks also! I had a great experience!

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2 years ago

Great customer service. Short wait time. I've gone twice to have my cars Smogged and will continue to support this business.

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Go get your smog done quickly, have some laughs and an ice cream. What more could you want, I love this place and you will too.

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Very friendly and effective smog service. Highest recommendation! He even offers snacks and refreshments!

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Best service around! Incredibly friendly and fast. I absolutely recommend to anyone needing a smog check.

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Extremely easy, fast, and courteous. Would recommend to anyone and everyone that needs to get their car smogged!

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Super friendly quick nice guy. Offers help without any strings. Support this business it's a good one!

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Ask the Community - Garrett's Smog 3

Is this a star station?

Yes, he provides all the certification and paperwork right away!

Do you also do VIN Verification?

Sorry I don’t do that

How much for smog and certificate for 2009 Honda Civic?

$71. I also provided free pre-test

Need smog check on 2011 Lexus RX350 as part of Registration renewal. What is the price? Do I need an appointment?

No appointment necessary before you come over are there any warning lights coming on the dash check engine light has the battery been disconnected less than 100 miles ago or had any software updates or recalls if yes when you come in just asked the… Read more

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Review Highlights - Garrett's Smog 3

Chris is not only a pro (the smog check was done and finalized in no time), he's super entertaining!

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I had purchased a Groupon for a Smog Check at Super Smog Escondido. Johnson immediately greeted me…read morewhen I arrived. I was the only customer throughout my visit and did not have to wait while he immediately began the intake process and inspection. Near completion, he mentioned that it had been a little difficult to read the numbers on my catalytic converters. This was surprising because, although my vehicle is a 2000, the converters were newly installed just a few years ago. I shared that I had bought my vehicle at an auction and afterwards learned it needed all four of the converters so...spending more than the car is worth.. I had new ones installed a few years ago. I have also had my vehicle smogged after the converters were installed, years ago. After completing the inspection and passing, I provided my Groupon to another Auto Tech while Johnson moved my car out of the service bay. Johnson instructed the other Auto Tech, if I was paying cash, it would be $10 (exactly) for my "8.25" smog check certificate". (I didn't realize this discrepancy until after I had left). Right after I had paid and after he had parked my vehicle, Johnson re-approached the service desk and explained that he needed to charge me an additional $10 because there was an "aftermarket service charge." I replied that I had read some of the reviews his business has received and mentioned that, in his replies, he often states for customers to refer to the terms of the Groupon. I then explained that there is nothing in the terms and conditions on the Groupon that mentions an "aftermarket service charge." He referred me to a sign under the service desk that showed a $10 charge for aftermarket parts, then he admitted it is not included in the terms on the Groupon certificate but that he would be adding it soon. He then offered not to charge me the fee "this time" but that now I would know for next time. Two stars for the fast, friendly service; minus three stars for the round up the certificate fee and the other surprise upcharges. Ultimately, I suggest you reconsider going to Super Smog Escondido if it would make you uncomfortable to refuse to pay incorrect charges ($10 instead of the $8.25 certificate fee) and other inappropriate charges that this business will likely try to tack on. Personally, I plan to not return. There are other smog inspection places nearby that are competitively priced and don't play these haggling, bait-and-switch games.

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My hot, sexy minivan needed a smog check to complete registration. Running out of time, I went…read morehere. It's family owned and operated. Excellent- I prefer that. The owner(?) was really nice. My minivan should've cost 69.95 to have it smogged, but he gave me a 10 dollar discount. No idea why, but I'll take it! He estimated 15 minutes and it was done in 15 minutes. Why the 3 stars? The office is filthy. Seriously. I know, it's a car shop but even a quick vacuuming or dusting would've made this place more appealing. I was only there for 15 minutes, but it can be a bit cleaner. With that said, I would return and would tell others about it.

My wife took one of our cars to Smog Depot #1 today for a routine smog test…read more The car failed the test and the guy that performed the test ("Mohammad") told her that it's a oxygen sensor problem. We own 2 of the exact same cars ("His &Hers") and I am very familiar with them. A problem with one of the four oxygen sensors would have illuminated a Check Engine light on the dash, which is a automatic smog test fail (before they even hook up to the machine). Final review to come. 4/17 Update: The reason that the car did not pass the smog test was because the the cars computer was not ready to be tested. This can be determined immediately when the test connector is plugged into the cars test (OBDII) port. Basically these scammers charged us $60.00 to tell us we can't test your car. They can now expect to be contact by the BAR (California Bureau of Auto Repair) regarding their shady practices.

Garrett's Smog 3 - smog_check_stations - Updated May 2026

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