Hi all! I want to recommend the smog station at Golden Star on Oliviera in Concord zip 94519, because I was very well impressed by the service that I got with having my car smogged. Got a $25 coupon here on Yelp! Total price with certificate was $45. Which is better than anyone I know. Plus that it was done instantly, and Hamad was very courteous! read more

Hamad is by far the most professional and friendly smog check business around. I have been to numerous locations over the years and the folks working at these shops are rude, ignore me because I'm a woman or completely lie about their pricing. You know, put a price on a coupon and then come up with some reason as to why I have to pay more after the service. Well, I've been to this shop twice in 3 years now and that is not the case here. I have worked with Hamad both times and he has always been very professional, very friendly, quick ( I mean less than 10 minutes on my car), and always a man of his word ( always charges me as advertised). So if you need a smog, check out this shop. read more

Golden Star Smog - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Concord, California

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Been to this spot for years now! Hamad is very easy to work with, very thorough, and goes through everything that's needed for your car. Thank you for the great service and will plan to be back again! Thank you! read more

I highly recommend this place because Hamad is very friendly and let's you know what to expect. He is quick and gets you out within about 15mins read more

Hamad is very professional and has great competitive pricing plus he's in my neighborhood. I love supporting a local business as often as I can!! For $55 I got my car smog done and it only took 15 minutes. I'll definitely be a return customer here. read more

Truly incredible service -- This is really happening -- Hamad is just the most polite and professional manager and tech I've come across. He's also honest and gets 5-stars for customer service. When do you leave a smogging station so happy and feeling like a million dollars, as if you'd just left a luxury dealership with your new car? I'm a tough customer, but this is really how great Golden Star Smog is. Go there -- you'll be so glad you did! You'll also be happy with their pricing :) read more

Came in mid work day to get a quick smog. Was in and out in about 15 minutes. Hamad was super helpful and informative. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area! read more

Came to do a smog check and this was the best choice I've ever made. 10 mins max (just had to wait for cars before me) and reasonably priced. Thank you Hamad, definitely will be returning. -Benjamin read more

Golden Star Smog - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Concord, California

Golden Star Smog is the best smog station around! Ahmad was a very friendly and thoughtful technician who took time out of his lunch break just so I could get my car smogged. And with a coupon from Smogtips.com the price came out to $45 for my car! I highly recommend this smog station and will definitely be back again! read more

They advertise they are open until 5pm. I walked up at 4:25pm. He told me he is not taking anymore appointments for the day. I asked if they were open until 5pm. He told me yes but he is already smogging a car. I asked him what his name was, he said "Ahmad" and then proceeded to verbally abusing me, asking me what my problem is. I said, "why are you being so aggressive?" His response is he's trying to do his job and I'm bothering him. This "manager" is INCREDIBLY RUDE! I've lived here my whole life...I know A LOT of people in this area. I will take my business elsewhere and let all of my friends and family know not to go here. read more

So glad I chose this place for my Smog test! As others have mentioned, Hamad is one of the personable and helpful smog folks around. He explained the process start to finish and honored my Smogtips coupon with no upsell nonsense (GREAT value for money). I was a walk-in appointment, but from the time I dropped off my car to the time I drove out was only about 15 minutes. Highly recommend this place - they've definitely got my business the next time I need a check. read more

This place is great. Fast, convenient and professional. I will definitely be bringing my other cars in. Thank you!

Best place in my opinion for a smog check in Concord...Why? Well because theyre fast and never super crowded. No BS! Thats my fav part. You can find a coupon online and its $45 with certificate. Small place. Its inside the Shell station. read more

FINALLY an honest smog test shop! I was due for a smog check on both our 2014 cars. So I checked reviews, asked friends and looked for coupons, then had a list of possible smog test shops. I started calling the shops and one by one all the other shops found some kind of way to increase the price of the smog check based on the fine print of the coupon. :( I am VERY happy to say that was NOT the case with Golden Star Smog. Do they have disclaimers on their coupons, of course they do! Did any of them seem unreasonable or shady, absolutely NOT! I have to say that Golden Star Smog was the most honest shop I had spoken with and also the most pleasant to speak with. In the end even without a coupon their prices are better than all the other shops coupon or not. If I am going to trust a shop with my car, that trust needs to start right away. That's exactly what I got at Golden Star Smog! No hidden fees, no bait & switch, just honest and truthful service! If you need a smog test, this is your place! read more

Very Friendly and cost are in line with other shops, no online appointments have to call them to make a reservation...

I had gone into Golden Star Smog to get my car inspected. I was greeted promptly by a technician named Hamad. He was courteous and very friendly. His attention to detail in the way he performs his inspection speaks volume. This man does not leave one fingerprint on my car...LOL.! Truly amazing !! He checks and double checks my paperwork and vehicle confirming no discrepancies, ensuring that my smog inspection report was 100% accurate. This is the smog shop I would recommend to my friends and family. If you want to experience 5 star, awesome service, this is the place !! Thank you Hamad, you are #1 !!! -Gary read more

Super fast and easy!!!! Highly recommend this local smog check station. A+++++ Customer service!!! Hamad did an amazing job! I will bring my business here anyday. Thanks Hamad!!!! read more

Golden Star Smog - Hamad had me out of there in 20mins!!!! Thanks a ton Golden Star Smog!! - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Concord, California

Unless your car is perfect, do not bring it here. They failed my car because of a tape on one of the hoses (nothing was wrong with a hose itself). They will not do free retest either. This is a scam. Owners beware! An update: went to another station and got it past without a hitch read more

Amir is very knowledgeable, elaborate and provides great customer service. Being a woman he explained the process to me and he provided very great customer service! I would recommend him and if I ever need a smog again I will be back! read more

Amir provides good service and a good price. He makes sure his cloths are clean before he gets into your car. I would highly recommend Golden Star Smog. read more

Hamad, the technician, was very helpful and professional. In addition, the pricing with the online coupon definitely added to the value. Strongly recommend! Worth the drive! read more

I didn't get to catch his name, but a man that works at Golden Star Smog was so kind and patient in helping us jumpstart our car! We truly appreciate his help and plan to come back for their services! Thank you! read more

Very nice gentleman running the shop who was kinds. I don't know much about cars or smogs, my dad just told to get a smog, but the gentleman was patient while explaining it all to me. Also very efficient, I wasn't there more the 25 minutes which is nice to know I can plan future smogs in on busy days as well. Definitely will be coming back and recommending to others. read more

Best Smog Station in town! The owner was very polite, and was able to get me in and out within 15 minutes. My car is old and a bit hard to work with, but the owner had no issues smogging it. An overall good experience; I will definitely be coming back here. read more

Took my car in 2 days ago. In and out. Nobody got hurt. As an old guy it's always a pleasure doing business with a younger guy who knows what he's about and is into TCB. This guy deserves 6 stars. read more

They seem too busy forever to do 10 minutes smog check. I went there twice in one hour because it is close to my home. First time I went there, I was asked to come back in half hour. After I came back again, the guy was sleeping in his chair and one more space is open but asked me to wait one more hour because they have another car in service. My car only need 10 minutes test only. So I have to go to another nearby station to do the test, only let me wait for 5 minutes, poor working attitude. read more

I needed/was required to get my smog check done at a star certified place. While on travels for work I came across this station and I was lucky to be able to come in at a non busy time and got seen relatively quick for being a walk in customer. Amir took care of the check within 30 minutes and I was back at work in no time. He's very thorough and honest with his checks and once I passed the report was sent directly to the DMV which took care of half my registration needs! Thanks again Amir for the fast and quality service! read more

Something was acting up with my wife's car took it to the shop to get looked out. They fixed the problem also did a smog check and my tires etc real good workers also gave me a good discount. If you in town check them out! read more

A quick, professional and painless smog experience. Tech was kind and wasted no time smogging my car and getting me on my way. I would recommend to anyone who values their lunch hour. read more

He lied to me when he said you get a free smog if you vehicle fails the smog test. When I came back he said he would charge the full amount. Nothing says you have to take it back immediately. Don't do business with a liar. read more

Fast Fast Service. I was very suprised on how friendly and how fast the service was. The coffee is hot. There are snacks next door. The people are friendly and even if there is a line it goes fast. I was very suprised to fine such nice service at a gas station. All of my business is now going to Golden Smog - GREAT JOB! read more

Super fast. In and out in 10 minutes. $45 for smog test and certificate. He also emailed the DMV the certificate.

Had 4 commercial vehicle smogs to do.. This dude knocked them fast! Time is money and he hustled. Great service!

I went in for a smog check. They are quick and professional. No complaints. Also saw they work on older cars which is a plus. The smog price is also a plus, can't go wrong with $36.75 plus the certificate fee. I will return. read more

They are not open till 5. You should change your hours or stay as late as you say you do.

This place was awesome! The guy who runs it is friendly and professional and very efficient. Under 10 mins and I had my paperwork and was on my way! He emailed the smog certification to the DMV as well, which was super convenient. Thanks for a great experience! read more

Came in on a Saturday without an appt and it took all of 10 minutes to get my car smogged. Guy who worked there was super nice and friendly--will be coming back every smog for sure for the convenience and decent price. read more

I got my smog and oil change there. Good friendly customer service. Will most likely take my car there for service again.

No hidden charges. Honored online coupon price. Quick and efficient service. Very nice place and convenient to restaurants if you even have to wait. read more

two stars for the time I went there and they were opened. minus three stars for the two times I went there, during their stated business hours, only to find they were closed with no explanation. Huge waste of time for me. I ended up going to Perfect SMOG on Concord Avenue and was in and out. I won't be going to Golden Star in the future as I have better things to do with my time than drive across town on the chance they may be opened. read more