Longden Test Only

4.9 (183 reviews)

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Longden Test Only - They helped change a tire with a spare I had! - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Irwindale, California

Longden Test Only - The mechanics, Chris and Armin did a quick Smog test and helped change a tire! Great work thank you! - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Irwindale, California

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Edgar G.

Always get my cars smog test or star test done here. Family owned business and always friendly! Never disappoint!

Hours and takes different types of payments!

Val S.

I've used this business several times and have never been disappointed. It's located behind the Arco, at the west end of the work bays. They work quick, and the prices are reasonable. There is a place to sit and wait while they work on your car, but by the time you get comfortable, your car will probably be done. They wore masks and asked people to social distance while waiting. Again, they work so fast that there aren't too many people waiting outside. They do ask you to wait in your car if they are currently smogging another car. I will continue to use this business-they are reasonable and quick. After getting a smog check you can go to the Rosemead DMV to renew your registration via kiosk (never a wait) -if they submitted your info the sticker and registration card will print right there. If not, they will mail it to your address.

The mechanics, Chris and Armin did a quick Smog test and helped change a tire! Great work thank you!

Audree O.

Chris and Armin were very sweet and helped run a smog test. They helped me out during a very stressful situation. They helped change a tire after I hit a curb on the way in. They were so kind. Thank you for everything!!!

There's a couch and a massage chair, in case you get stressed out waiting for the smog. =P

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Tina V.

4 years ago

First time doing a smog check here :) Chris is super kind and informative. Service was quick, came on a Monday afternoon around 5:00 pm with no wait. Another bonus is that the shop is next to a touchless car wash. :D read more

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Renee S.

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6 years ago

I return here every two years for my smog test. They are professional, treat me with respect and get the job done quickly for a good value.

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Mike S.

8 years ago

This is the best place to get a smog check. You will not be disappointed. This family owned business who do it right and legit. I've been coming here for over 8 years. I bring my gas, hybrid, and diesel cars and never had any issues. They are friendly, informative, and fast. This shop is tucked away between a gas station and an auto repair shop. It's a little small, but don't let that keep you from coming. You will be glad you came here. read more

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Anthony W.

5 years ago

Called a few places before coming here. Chose them for the quick service, great price and convenient location.

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Mike C.

6 years ago

Quick service, fair price, and workers wear masks....Can't ask for more. Yelp wants me to write more. So here it is... The best DARN Smog Check place EVER. How's that Yelp? Seriously, this place is good. read more

Longden Test Only - Nice and clean space quick service - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Irwindale, California

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May R.

7 years ago

I came here to see if all these 5 stars reviews are true and they're legit! Fast and friendly service. Finished in less than 10 minutes!! Come check them out for yourself. read more

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James M.

5 years ago

Great honest and professional. I've been coming here for years and will continue to go. Highly recommended

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Dianne J.

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8 years ago

Chris is awesome! Will send everyone. Thank you for making this the fastest smog check ever. Very convenient location here in Monrovia off Longden. Thanks again! read more

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kelly m.

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Chris is THE man. Not only did he take good care of my car. He knows so much about his business. Very honest kind and respectful professional. I'd highly recommend everyone who need a smog come see Chris. Thank you so much! Kelly read more

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Carl A.

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7 years ago

Excellent service! I love this test only center. I dont want to move because they're the best in the smog check I've had. Super fast and super nice. That's all you need! read more

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Henrik V.

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8 years ago

Found this place on Yelp. Got there and left in 15 minuets. It's family operated and very friendly. Will go here for sure again. read more

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Calie C.

5 years ago

Super Fast and most important Friendly Service. This is my second time here already for smog, definitely will keep coming back.

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Gabriel G.

8 years ago

I always come here to get my smog done. Family owned and they are always super friendly and fast! Came after work and was in and out in under 15mins! Definitely recommend these guys. read more

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Jay L.

7 years ago

They told me to call them if i get off work close to their closing time. I called them to let them know I wanted to do my smog check and I should be there by 5:30-5:45. They told me ,the day before, that they close at 6pm. I've been coming here for years and I couldn't believe they would treat a loyal customer like this. It's unfortunate but I will take my business elsewhere. read more

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Hello Jay, I'm so sorry that you had to experience that but we are a…

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J L.

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9 years ago

I absolutely love this place. The owners are a joy to work with. I bought a car that needed to be smogged because it was shipped from Texas. The test took less than 15 minutes and I was out of there. The entire time I was there I felt like family. This is how a business should be run. I will be back! Highly recommended. If you have a car that needs a smog check this is your first choice. read more

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Kelly L.

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7 years ago

Took about 5-10 minutes for a smog test. Highly recommend to check in on yelp for a $10 discount

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Lance M.

8 years ago

Quick service, convenient location. I recommend this as the most reasonably priced smock check station. read more

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Stephen C.

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7 years ago

Fast service. Finished with 15 minutes. They gave me a Yelp discount which is always a plus. I would come back again.

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Jennifer O.

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6 years ago

Best smog test center for miles. They get you in and out and are always friendly and the price is always the same. We take all of our cars here and have for years. Highly recommend! read more

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Sean S.

6 years ago

Quick and easy test of my older car. The owners were very friendly and engaging. I've definitely found my new go-to testing center for my cars. read more

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Stan Y.

7 years ago

This place is quick, easy and the service is awesome. Very friendly group of people that work here. My second time coming into the test center and I was in and out in less than 10 mins. Make sure you call ahead of time to check if they can squeeze you in right away. I will be coming here as long as the DMV requires my car to get the Smog check. read more

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Carlos L.

6 years ago

Fast and competent work, but if you are trying to get your smog check done first thing in the morning, plan on waiting a while. I arrived at 8:30 in the morning, and had to wait almost a half hour for the shop to open. According to a worker in the shop next door, this is a common occurrence. If you advertise that you are open for business at 8:30 am, then you should show your customers the respect of being there on time to take care of them. read more

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Nick W.

4 years ago

Excellent place to get a smog test completed. I've been going here ever since I needed to get a smog test done on my vehicle. They'll get it done quickly. read more

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Justin W.

8 years ago

Absolutely THE BEST service I have ever received. The price is unbeatable, and the owner is honest, kind, and generous. I will be coming back, and referring everyone I know. I am beyond grateful I found you on yelp. See you next time! read more

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aaron h.

10 years ago

Poor service and very deceitful pricing. I came here about a year ago after finding them online advertising a smog check for $40 out the door. The work was done quickly and they were friendly at that time. After the work was complete, I received a $10 coupon for my next visit. Now it was time to get a smog check again so I checked around and found some other shops with lower prices but I felt I could trust longden so I called over to get a price. I was told $49.99 over the phone with no mention of a coupon. So I had right over expecting to pay about $40 again with my coupon that I've held onto for about a year and when I get my car in I give the guy the coupon and he says so with the coupon it's going to be $49.99. I questioned him about how he just told me 49.99 over the phone with neither of us saying a word about the $10 off but then he started to have an attitude about things and tried to say that the price on the wall is $59.99 for smog but he was just telling me the discounted price over the phone even though that had never been brought up. This place lives up to the stereotype of not being able to trust a mechanic and so I took my business to another shop that was cheaper and honest about their pricing. read more

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Suki T.

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Quick service and cheap prices. Took my dad's car in for a smog check and it was done in 10 minutes for an even $40. Clean setup plus the owner was pleasant. Can't beat it! I'll be back in October for my own smog, for sure. read more

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Jonie T.

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13 years ago

I don't usually write reviews on Yelp. I use it for the advice only. But I had to review it because I wanted people to know how great my experience was! Tony was nice, professional, and very easygoing. When I called, he was nice, told me he'd get me in/out in 10 minutes, and he did! I had called 4-5 other stations (recommended by AAA), and they were either rude or didn't seem to want my business. Definitely coming back whenever I need a smog check! Thanks Yelp for your help! read more

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Peter S.

176

11 years ago

First time needing to have my car smog so I turned to yelp. I called a few places to get pricing. While most were equivalently priced, this place had the friendliest customer service over the phone. I asked how long it would take and the owner said 10 minutes. Awesome! After arriving the customer service was equally as great compared to my phone experience. They offered snacks, coffee and water while you wait. Only took about 7 minutes, so it was a bit quicker. This is a family owned shop and the owners seem to really value their customers! If you're in the area and need to get your car smogged this is the place to do it! read more

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Brian X.

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7 years ago

Fast and professional service. The guy even gave me some good tips and recommendations on keeping my car in good condition.

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Katec R.

105

8 years ago

If you're looking for honesty. Come here! Sam is awesome, and he even told me about the $40 check in special they have! What a great guy!

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Richard Y.

306

13 years ago

I probably only been to two smog check stations in my life. I tend to stick with one place if I am happy with it. Coming in, this place is right next to RPM auto and behind the Arco, so it was a little tricky to find, but totally worth it. They super friendly, and are reasonably priced. They are also quick and provide hot drinks for you. If you leave nearby this is a place definitely worth your time. I will be coming here for my smog check needs read more

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Rick R.

15 years ago

We were driving down to the place we got our smogs last time, and a few blocks from our home we were pumping gas at an Arco and noticed this Test Only smog test station. I figured hey why not ask how much here as they are pretty much all the same... I was surprised at how friendly the mechanics were and more surprised that they charged way less that the place on Lower Azusa Rd. Plus, we were in and out in like 20 minutes for 2 cars. Last time at the old place we waited over an hour! Bottom line, I'll be going and referring friends here from now on read more

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Andrea M.

12 years ago

Tony was awesome! I was honestly there about 20 mins! It was super quick! Great service! read more

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Josh S.

14 years ago

These guys were really friendly! I brought my car in with no wait, and was out relatively quickly with no problems. I chatted with two of the guys there for a bit and they were really nice, and even offered me some car advice and whatnot. I feel bad for not catching their names. Overall had a great experience and have recommended my friends go here. tl,dr: They're professional, friendly, and right behind the Arco on Longden and Myrtle. Also I made a Yelp account because these guys were so awesome! read more

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Danny M.

7 years ago

Quick and easiest experience ever with the best customer service!! Highly recommend this place! I found through yelp, read previous reviews and they were accurate. Will definitely be my go-to place in the future! read more

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Gabriel Y.

7 years ago

Great service, referred by rpm garage. Quick and courteous. Open until 4 today hurry!! The 4th place I came to today ugh!! But I'm glad to have found a new smog place read more

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David F.

13 years ago

Tony is very friendly, very fast and very affordable! Go here and I promise you you'll be satisfied!! read more

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Chris L.

11 years ago

After been here for few years, I've decided the need to write this review. I don't think there is a better place to get your smog check than this one. I was literally in n out under 11 minutes. After filled out a short form, thought it was a good idea to get a hot dog at Arco at the corner while waiting, but when I walked back, I can't believe the car was done and the guy was waiting with my key. I was upset he didn't give me chance to eat my dog. I have recommend my friends and relatives and they all had great experiences as well. All of their guys are friendly, professional, honest, and efficient. read more

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HR Coach F.

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8 years ago

From the moment I drove in I was impressed. Clean facility and excellent fast service. I was in and out for my smog check in less than 10 minutes. read more

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Mike J.

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7 years ago

Chris is awesome! I've been going there for several years now, I won't go anywhere else. He is friendly, and he get you out of there in a timely manner. If you need to have your car smog, I highly recommend it. read more

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110 Longden Ave
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Irwindale, CA 91706
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(626) 461-1304
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At Longden Test Only, we specialize exclusively in smog inspections, allowing us to focus 100% on accuracy, efficiency, and honest service. Unlike repair shops that both test and fix vehicles, our test-only station provides unbiased inspections with no upselling or unnecessary recommendations. Our priority is simple — delivering fast, reliable smog checks customers can trust. What makes our business unique is our commitment to convenience and professionalism. We understand that our customers’ time is valuable, which is why we strive to provide quick turnaround times without sacrificing quality or compliance. Our technicians stay up to date with California emissions regulations and testing procedures to ensure every inspection is performed correctly the first time. We proudly serve individual drivers, commercial fleets, diesel vehicles over 14,000 GVWR, and Clean Truck Check HD/IM inspections. In addition to in-shop service, we also offer mobile testing for qualifying vehicles, helping businesses and owner-operators stay compliant without interrupting their work schedules.

History

Established in 2008.

Longden Test Only is a proud immigrant-owned business built on hard work, sacrifice, and determination. Our family immigrated from Armenia to the United States in 1992 with big dreams and the hope of creating a better future. Starting over in a new country was not easy, but through dedication and perseverance, we worked our way into the automotive inspection industry and gained years of hands-on experience in smog testing and emissions compliance. Over time, we developed a strong understanding of California’s evolving smog regulations and built lasting relationships within our community by providing honest and reliable service. Longden Test Only was created with the goal of offering accurate, unbiased smog inspections customers can trust. Today, our business reflects our journey — built from the ground up through integrity, experience, and a commitment to serving our community with professionalism and care.

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“Tony always makes sure to get me in and out quick and Chris has always been helpful every time I've gone in.”

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I booked an online appointment after selecting a tire that was listed as available in store. I was…read morehappy they open as early as 7:30am so I could get my front tire replaced right before going into work. I got to Mountain View Tire prior to my appointment and was able to check in by 7:40am. After a quick inspection of my existing tire, I was told the one I had ordered was not currently in stock, but he had one comparable to it and similar in price. He quickly added if I wanted the same tire, he would be able to place an order for it to be delivered by the afternoon. I immediately felt it was similar to a bait and switch and if tomorrow had not been a weekend where I didn't have to work, I would've just gone with the substitution. I finally agreed to have him order the tire for me before leaving the shop. I received a call right at around 3:30pm that my tire was delivered. I was very pleased with their communication. I was able to have someone bring my vehicle in and he drove back with a brand new tire on my car.

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4.8

(167 reviews)

I had an excellent experience at RPM Garage. I brought my 2022 Lexus GX460 in after noticing rear…read moresway and clunking following a recent suspension lift. Daniel took the time to thoroughly inspect the vehicle and clearly explained what they found -- loose rear suspension hardware and a missing trailing arm nut that could have turned into a serious safety issue. What I appreciated most was Daniel's professionalism. He walked me through everything step by step, showed me exactly what was going on, and answered all my questions in detail. He was calm, knowledgeable, and transparent. He also stayed completely professional and never made negative comments about the original installer -- he simply focused on fixing the issue and making sure my vehicle was safe. They properly re-torqued and secured all the suspension components and performed a full alignment to ensure everything was dialed in. The truck now drives perfectly -- stable, smooth, no more clunking or sway. On top of that, their pricing was very fair and reasonable, especially considering the safety issue they corrected. It's hard to find a shop that combines honesty, skill, and fair pricing like this. If you have a lifted Toyota or Lexus and want knowledgeable, unbiased service done right, I highly recommend RPM Garage. Daniel and the team truly care about safety and quality. Thank you again! -- Paul

Brought my LC250 in with an odd steering sensitivity issue that a Toyota dealership couldn't pin…read moredown. Steve and his team got me scheduled quickly, took it for a real test drive, and actually listened to what I was describing instead of brushing it off. They found some toe-out in the front alignment and redid the zero-point EPS calibration -- no charge, since they'd done the initial alignment. That kind of follow-through says a lot. What stood out most is Steve himself -- down to earth, genuinely knowledgeable (especially on shocks/suspension), and not once did I feel like I was being upsold. He cared about actually solving the problem, not just closing the ticket. You can tell he's into these vehicles and wants to be a real resource for the local off-road/overland community, not just another shop. This is going to be my go-to shop from here on out. Highly recommend RPM Garage if you're in the SGV/SoCal area and want a shop that treats your vehicle -- and your time -- with respect.

Calbest Lube Center

4.1

(21 reviews)

Great staff, professional team. Quick, efficient and helpful. Go above and beyond for customer care…read moreand very knowledgeable. Will keep coming back for my routine services.

So i came upon this shop because I figured id try and save money and use groupon but i get here ,…read moreboth times do the service, and both times now I have left feeling uneasy with either the service or actual price I ended up paying. So the filter cost more because my car is 2021? Theres fees I've had to pay more than what Groupon shows so just a heads up , not their fault, but just something they should fix. An example would be like "more oil is required then what shows on Groupon so you will be charged 8$" or something always comes up when using the groupon. Ended up paying 20$ more than what groupon showed to fill my lexus and get the proper filter. So the service was like 100$ total anyways. Ive come here twice and both times were unpleasant. Not sure if I come during bad times but although very friendly, it seems like the workers here are younger , more relaxed, and don't do the proper standard operating procedures. Like when you go to have someone work om your car , you can tell they been working, getting it , and seem to make u feel like they know what theyre doing. In terms of professionals? Idk if this place is it. I waited 1hr and 45 mins for a simple oil change and filter change? Mind you I waited for an hour and the worker tells me they brought the wrong filter. So thats why i stayed the extra 45 minutes. Total i spent 1hr and 45 minutes there today. I was also the only car there. I never judge a book by its cover , and on both times gave the benefit of the doubt. Then I leave and then see they forget to reset the maintenance meter and then don't update the gas mileage sticker? (first instance i came not the second, the second is the long wait thus what caused this review) Its frustrating when you trust people to work on your car and have to just hope for the best because you already paid for it. But if they're messing up minor details, what does that say about the work they did? Nevertheless, I will pay the extra 40$-50$ at my local auto repair shop where the owner does his work honest and right all the time. Im not writing this to bash the place but they forsure just hiring whoever can do "a simple oil change" probably not a place you wanna take a newer car. Maybe your beater or older car. Just wrote this so people who come for an oil change and expect it to be quality.. yeah based off both experiences , I cannot guarantee its gonna be this place.

Muffler Tech Exhaust

4.8

(144 reviews)

Josh immediately answered my call and invited me to bring in my vehicle so he could inspect a check…read moreengine light related to the catalytic converter. He thoroughly evaluated the issue and clearly explained several options for moving forward. I greatly appreciated his professionalism, honesty, and willingness to put the customer's best interests first instead of thinking purely as a salesman. I would highly recommend Josh to anyone looking for trustworthy and knowledgeable service.

This place did me dirty man , I Paid 1600 for some Catalytic Converters and they did a poor job on…read morethem. My Vehicle doesn't even pass smog and supposedly I'm not in there' system for a warranty. I definitely made a mistake taking my vehicle here .. Hey this world we live in is short .. I'm not mad I just learn from it , I'll tell my Homies to definitely go somewhere else .. much love.

DMC Exhaust Werks

4.9

(135 reviews)

Came in to get a muffler and resonator TIG welded on to a custom single exit exhaust ready to bolt…read moreon. Owner even waited for me to come back to ask if i was cool with cutting the bumper a small bit to make the exhaust tip fit (4.5 inch) and was ready to make changes if needed. Finished before expected and gave a fair price with some nice welds!!

This place is a legit professional exhaust shop. I searched around based on reviews and past…read moreexperiences with other muffler shop. Some places slap stuff on and send you out. It will work, but not always be the best. This shop takes pride in the work they do. Owner is friendly and personable. I even chatted him up regarding welding, and he openly took the time to teach/show me some things to try as practice to learn better welding. This was not even related my my job!! I consider my job pretty simple... for my skill level (shade tree mechanic). I did not want to deal with it in my driveway. So I needed a shop that I would trust to do it as I would do it. I would take my time and get it right. No Wham,Bamm thank you mamm stuff. Here is an example of the little details you want in a professional shop. When putting on the clamps for the exhaust tips the owner (Sorry, I forgot your name, my bad) rotated the clamps in such a way that they would never be noticeable (clamp bolts) from the rear. This car is low and it probably would not have mattered but I know from experience from other shops that they would have just slapped the clamps on. Would have it worked? Yes. "Professional detail" no. The details matter and that is how you know you are dealing with someone that cares about the service they provide you. My job was a Corsa cat back exhaust on a 2024 Ford Mustang GT. The owner knew exactly what he was doing. Not like some other shops where it just seems like the person is guessing half the time. I work on my own project cars. So I have a certain skill level and sometimes I am that person that is guessing on how to do something. This shop was none of that. Professional and knowledgeable all the way. I will be letting everyone I know about the shop for their exhaust needs. You get what you pay for. The prices at this shop are fair, competitive and totally reasonable. Seriously I felt like I got a bargain just based on how professional the shop was. Side note- The owner has legit welding skills too. I saw examples. I would not hesitate for him to weld anything I needed done. NOT RELATED TO THIS SHOP AT ALL... Just a personal rant about some Yelp reviewers... Again NOT RELATED to this shop or any reviews of this shop...My two cents on Yelp reviews overall where people say they felt over-charged or they know they can get something cheaper. Look, you are paying for someone's skill and overhead (of the business). Stop thinking it is okay to scr3w skilled professionals of their labor because you think it SHOULD cost less. Seems you do not have the skills or understand the knowledge need to do skilled jobs you want someone to preform for you. First off just remember EVERYTHING is more expensive now. Then there is a big difference between doing a job correctly and doing a hack job that will be "good enough'. If you are one of those "good enough" shoppers, then stop leaving bad reviews all over Yelp for business that are actually trying to give you a professional and correct service. Those businesses are NOT trying to rip you off... they are trying not to screw you with shoddy service,

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Philip S.

14 years ago

So happy with the service. I would have to say my experience here was better than 99% of my dealings with any services, including restaurants and hotels. Tony should consider a career in the hospitality industry, his customer service skills are exceptional!! My van failed the first test, but I was still content to return knowing that I would be greeted in a friendly, professional manner. And the prices are very reasonable with no coupon scams. I found him on my GPS as I was in Irwindale area. I hadn't even seen him on Yelp. But now that I see his rating, it's no surprise the business has a solid 5 star rating. Enough said, I'll be returning. To bad smog tests only come ever 2 years. Philip read more

Sal C.

13 years ago

Really good job - the 5 starts these guys are receiving are well deserved (I was first suspicious of so many good reviews, but now I know why). No thrills, no latte, no plush pillows in the waiting area - just a simple and honest smog check station, with friendly and super-fast service. No reservation required, but be mindful that there may be a queue during lunch time. Tony inspected my car, and he was thorough and discussed with me the typical (and some atypical) reasons why so many vehicles fail smog inspections. More than a "car guy", he's a "people person". Note: AMEX credit cards are not accepted. read more

Martin K.

Elite 26

721

398

898

2 years ago

This smog test place has become my go-to in the Arcadia Monrovia area, and for good reason too. They always take great care of me with quick and easy experiences. Every time I swing by, there's usually one car ahead, which means I'm in and out in no time. The service is fast, and the staff is polite and professional, making the wait a breeze. Definitely a good value worth checking out for locals! read more

Eva B.

330

5 years ago

This place is the best for smog check in my area, every time I called for appointment they are super friendly set up my appointment in phone. When I arrived this place they always guide me where to park and 2 guys always working on smog and done it quickly. My happy smog place to go. read more

Andrew L.

13 years ago

Tony was great. He checked the smog on my car quickly and professionally. We had a nice conversation during the test and I'm sure he will remember me next time I have to smog my car. I will definitely go back here to get my smog check in the future. read more

Sofia L.

4 years ago

Everyone here is very friendly, no long waits, great service. Highly recommend. If you call first, they usually let you know when the best time is. read more

Terry B.