Fast service this morning. I was out within 10 minutes. Price was definitely reasonable and in line…read morewith most places in the area. Prices are also posted on the wall, so there are no surprises. I'd recommend Mid-City Smog Check Center to anyone. Great service!

I've been taking my vehicles to Jimmy for a couple of years now, and since the day I met him,…read moreMid-City Smog is the only place I'll go. He's one of the most down-to-earth people I've ever met. What sets him apart is that more than once, he's gone out of his way to help me diagnose problems that had nothing to do with smog or anything I was paying him for, and he never charged me a dime for it. You don't find that often. Jimmy is genuinely helpful, generous, and a great guy, and he clearly cares more about people than the transaction. If you need a smog check in San Diego, go see Jimmy. You won't go anywhere else after.

Highly recommend this place! I went in for a smog check and Oscar helped me throughout the process…read more Explained my battery was new, I had to my drive the car a bit before could pass, I came back a few days later. Oscar assisted me again, and made the whole experience easy and stress-free. Great customer service and very helpful!

Great service from start to finish shout out to Juan! Quick fast and efficient!!! So happy great…read moreprices

Once again fellow Yelpers came through with recommendations for this business…read more I have a old 2007 Honda Civic whose AC quit during recent heat wave as luck would have it BRANDON gave me an appointment within 24 hours and rapidly diagnosed a bad condenser. The ace tech also found a little temperature control knob vent gate sticking and advised us on that. With some needed suspension control arms and transmission fluid service plus an oil change I'm rolling great again. Make no doubt doing these were significant services that don't come cheap at any garage but the quality received by Griffin's Auto Repair so worth it to fix right the FIRST time. The new customer discount they gave me was a pleasant surprise too Look no further than Griffin's Auto for quality car repairs. Especially for us down town residents where walking home after dropping off so convenient. Highly recommend!!

Want to give a huge shout out to Griffin's. My car was having electrical issues, and they were able…read moreto take in my car immediately. I briefly explained the problem to them, they kept it overnight and I got a call back before 9 AM that my car was ready to go. They did a diagnostic and deep cleaning of my battery terminals for under $120, and did not try to sell me on things I did not need. Will be coming back, and recommending them to others- thank you! Happy customer here :p

HUGE shoutout to brake stop- I called at 1 pm needing all new rotors and pads, brake fluid and he…read morehad my car ready by 4. Pricing was fair given scope of work and my new brakes work great. Totally will recommend others to go here, thank you guys!

A 1 month, 1200$ radiator job could have killed me and child. I would be very concerned about…read moresafety of repair and do a very detailed inspection before accepting the vehicle or just avoid this shop. 7/21/26: I brought my 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee to Brake Stop for a radiator replacement. * 7/24/26: I picked up the Jeep after the repair. (1200 for radiator and hoses) * Shortly afterward: While driving, the hood unexpectedly opened, damaging the hood and shattering the windshield and almost causing wreck on freeway. * I had the vehicle independently inspected for approximately $200 after the shop initially denied responsibility. The inspection found many loose peaces of hardware relating to the radiator repair and the hood latch had been left loose. * After further discussion and inspection, Brake Stop accepted responsibility for the hood failure and agreed to repair the resulting damage. * The Jeep remained at the shop for nearly three weeks while the repairs were completed. Communication during this period was frustratingly limited, with me generally having to call for updates. * 8/27/26: I picked up the Jeep. The hood, windshield, hood struts and hood release cable had been repaired/replaced at no cost to me, and reluctantly reimbursed my $200 inspection expense. Did not offer refund for botched repairs Ultimately, I appreciate that the owner took responsibility and made the vehicle right. However, the original incident was extremely stressful and could have been dangerous, and I was disappointed that the vehicle was released after the radiator repair with the hood latch apparently not properly secured.

Excellent repair shop. Honest and knowledgeable. Decent prices compared to their competitors…read more I came here bc I was stuck and now I will be using them as my regular shop!

Qwan at Hillcrest Smog and Repair is the best. Quality work, and someone you can trust. Having…read moregrown up and worked in car agencies, I know who knows what they are doing and who isn't. They were the best. Honest and top quality. No need to look further.

Came in to get my car's AC fixed and had a great experience from dropping the car off to picking it…read moreup. I received and honest diagnosis and reasonable price of the repair and the service was prompt. I will absolutely be taking my vehicle here for future needs.

It's unfortunate because I really wanted to give this place a try, it would've been convenient for…read moreus since we manage multiple vehicles, and I was hoping to build a solid business relationship. On 4/14 I brought in an Escalade after replacing the rear brakes because it started throwing multiple warning lights, even though the ABS sensor and brakes were already replaced. I understand newer vehicle technology can sometimes cause glitches even with simple repairs, so I trusted they'd be able to diagnose and fix it. They charged a $130 diagnostic fee, which I was completely fine with. The next day, they said they needed to reset the computer for $390. Since I had already paid for the diagnostic and was told it would go toward the repair, I agreed. The following day, I was told they couldn't reset it and that I'd need a new module for $3,468.54. I declined and decided to get a second opinion from our regular mechanic. I still paid the $390 plus a $13.65 service charge, which I later found out was a credit card fee. The next day, I took the vehicle to our regular mechanic. Within 2 hours, they cleared the stored codes and the vehicle was ready, total cost: $120. No waiting days, no module replacement, and no unnecessary upsell. I waited a couple of weeks before writing this review to make sure the issue didn't come back, and also spoke with Barry to see if anything could be done about the $403.65 I paid. I felt it was unfair to be charged for a service that ultimately wasn't completed. I would've been completely fine just paying the $130 diagnostic fee. Unfortunately, he declined, stating the charge was for their time. I understand time was spent, but from a business standpoint, I wouldn't feel right charging a client for a repair that wasn't successfully completed, especially when the vehicle left in the same condition it arrived. Because of this experience, I wouldn't return or recommend this shop to others. I think it's important for people to know that you may end up paying for work that doesn't actually resolve the issue.

I was due for my bi-annual smog test and, as usual, was waiting until the last minute. I decided…read moreto try my best to get it in during my lunch hour and was looking on Yelp for a convenient location with good reviews, and I had to find a required star station. I was not led astray. I pulled into AA Smog around 12:15 on a Wednesday afternoon. I was the only car there. However, right after that, two other cars pulled in behind me. The attendant, maybe the owner, jumped out to greet me. He took my info and DMV paperwork. He quoted me $65 dollars, which I found quite reasonable, as other nearby places charge more, even when they claim to be offering a discount. I sat down in one of of the few lawn chairs to wait. Literally, five minutes later, my car had passed and was ready to go. On top of that, the person who helped me was quite friendly and chatted with me about his four cockatiels who were there with him. Getting Smogged is never something was want to do, but something we have to do. AA Smog Shop made it easy.

About a week, I made a verbal fleet servicing agreement with AA Smog Shop San Diego Auto Clinic…read more They're a small shop in a dicey location, but I like to support small businesses and have grown to trust many small businesses around San Diego for my fleet. I sent my 1st vehicle to them 4/9/13 and everything went as promised. Today, 4 days later, I sent a 2nd vehicle and the price was all of a sudden 15% higher. Same vehicle model, same engine, & same service. Having spent some time talking to the owners CJ and Nan when initially setting up terms, I thought it must be an honest mistake. When I called, Nan mentioned some additional fees that were not outlined in the first invoice. She said she was unaware of the exact deal we had made, but she would talk to CJ about it. It just seemed like miscommunication. CJ called me back, I explained the situation by calmly and politely referring back to the 1st invoice they sent me. CJ proceeded to go back on our original agreement citing oil prices (wasn't that calculated on the initial agreement?), told me to go somewhere else, and hung up. This was unexpected as my original agreement was discussed with them over the span of multiple conversations. It feels like a bait and switch. It feels like the additional charge was added on purpose in hopes that I would not be paying attention to my invoicing.

Got me in right away and super friendly. Next time I need smog check I'll definitely be returning…read morehere. Price was very fair and waiting area is very nice with lots of plants and soda machine

Was super quick & easy! Called the day before & made an apt. Got in & out within 30 mins, charged…read more$65 for my test. Overall, would recommend & come here again!

Highly recommend for road trip prep!…read more This is an amazing place to get your vehicle inspected before a long road trip. I booked online, noted my concerns in the text box, and dropped my car off the next day. After checking in at the office, I walked Joey through my concerns and opted for a Post-Purchase Inspection. Joey sent over the findings quickly and gave me his honest, upfront opinion on what needed immediate attention before my trip versus what maintenance could wait until I reached my destination. He also provided a clear copy of the inspection quotes so there were no surprises. In the end, they completed the full inspection, replaced the car battery, and fixed a coolant leak for around $550+ (including taxes). I definitely recommend this shop! Pro-tip: Try to get there early in the day, as on-site parking and road traffic can get a bit hectic later on.

They did a great job inspecting 2 cars for us, which we ended up not buying. Very detailed reports…read moreand felt confident in their assessments.

I've gotta give Smog Oasis a glowing review because they are amazing. I was in a pickle and…read moreprocrastinated my smog. I called about an hour before closing knowing I was pushing it but the gentleman on the phone welcomed me to the location. Luckily it is just up the street from me. I get there and the inside of the lobby is decorated with tiki decor and tiki music playing in the background. They had a pot of hot coffee for waiting customers. The guy did what he had to do and took my keys and started doing his thing. Took no longer than 30 minutes. Car passed and was good to go. Shout out to the guy at Smog Oasis for going above and beyond and providing exceptional service!

I've been using this place for smog carts for years. You can make an appointment or walk in…read more Their new location is much easier to get in and out of vice the old location off of Barnett Ave. Convenient location near the Target shopping center. Competitive pricing, frequent coupons, and quick service.