Smog DOC

(1.1k reviews)

Angelo was so helpful this was my first time ever getting a smog check so I was super nervous. He…read morewas incredibly kind and made the process super easy and fast! I would definitely recommend coming here!

I was looking for a great deal to get my 2012 vehicle smog checked and ended up coming back to…read moreBeach Smog Check. They offer a $20 discount for 2000+ vehicles. Just mention you saw the coupon on Yelp or online. No appointment is needed, which made it even more convenient. I stopped by on a weekday around 9:00 AM, and there was no line. I was greeted right away by Angel, who made the entire process easy. He gave clear instructions from start to finish and kept everything moving smoothly. There are two waiting areas: an indoor lounge with a couch and a small beverage station and a covered outdoor seating area. I was excited to see one of my favorite sodas, Mountain Dew Baja Blast, in the fridge! They also have a Keurig for coffee, which would be nice in the morning, although the coffee station looked a little dusty, so I decided to skip it. They definitely lived up to their promise. I was in and out in about 15 minutes, my MDX passed, and Angel explained that my smog certificate would be electronically sent to Sacramento within about 30 minutes. Woo hoo! As a nice bonus, if you pass, they give you a free car wash card at H2Go, which was a pleasant surprise. The shop can service two cars at a time, and everything was clean, organized, and efficient. Great customer service, great value, and a hassle-free experience. I'll definitely be back the next time my smog check is due. See you next year!

7 Min Smog Check

(185 reviews)

Quick and easy smog check with no long lines. Straightforward with a reasonable price…read more If you're local or in the area and need a smog check, I definitely recommended going here.

I was due for a smog check and dropped by 7 Min Smog Check as it was nearby…read more It is located on Westminster and Brookhurst, right across from Saigon Supermarket and Tastea. It is super convenient and it is a drive-thru smog check. It wasn't quite 7 minutes as there was one car in front of me, but I was done in about 10 minutes. Tuan, the technician was nice and friendly. There is a waiting area with a couch and more chairs outside so you can watch them complete the work. You fill out a sheet with your information which takes less than a minute. Tuan informed me they used to have a coupon, but now they just charge a flat fee of $50 for cars. Trucks, vans, etc. are priced differently. Quick and efficient service. Will definitely visit them again in two years. Yelp review #1- 2026

Andy Test Only Center

(66 reviews)

He's an honest person and very professional, I always go with Andy , He's super fast .read more

Best smog inspection I've had. Attempted to make a same day appointment and was able to be squeezed…read morein. Very efficient service! Explained the whole process to me, and took the time to explain some of the paperwork. My smog check was done in no time and I was back on the road. Excellent smog check center at an honest and reasonable price!!!!

Dinh Smog Check

(713 reviews)

Very easy and quick. Good service. Don't have to deal with coupons or hidden charges. $50 cash, a…read morefew extra for credit card. Took less that 10 minutes - including waiting for another car to be done. Honest and efficient. Most of the other customers there were returning customers, first time there - will definitely go back.

Dinh's Smog Check is the definition of quick, easy, and efficient. I was in and out in under 15…read moreminutes, which already makes this spot a winner in my book. Super easy access, plenty of parking, and zero hassle from start to finish. The waiting room was clean, comfortable, and actually pleasant--a rare find for smog stations. The process couldn't have been smoother, and the technician, Kong, was courteous, professional, and kept everything moving without feeling rushed. Best part? The smog check was only $50, which is a great value for the fast service and quality experience you get here. If you want a no-stress, get-it-done smog check, Dinh's is absolutely the place.

Nelson Smog Test Only

5.0

(312 reviews)

Quick and easy smog check, friendly employee, and you can get a small discount for paying by cash…read moreinstead of card. There's a workout station in the waiting area!

Great Quality. 15 min wait time .Great guys. Professional Smog guys available to disgussread more

Hi Tech Automotive

(516 reviews)

I had a really great experience at this shop and honestly can't recommend them enough. A few weeks…read moreago, my catalytic converter was stolen, and I had it replaced at another shop. After that repair, my check engine light suddenly came on--even though it wasn't on before. The first shop told me it was a problem with the mass air flow sensor and tried to charge me to fix it, which didn't feel right to me. So I decided to come here for a second opinion, and I'm really glad I did. The mechanic took the time to properly diagnose the issue and walked me through everything step by step. Within about an hour, he figured out that it wasn't the air flow sensor at all--it was just a blown fuse. That alone saved me a lot of money and potentially from being overcharged elsewhere. What really stood out was the honesty and communication. He explained clearly what went wrong, didn't try to upsell anything, and made sure I understood the situation. On top of that, he even aired up my tires for free, which was a nice touch. Fast, honest, and affordable service like this is hard to find. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this shop to others.

Amazing service, quick (10-15min), affordable, friendly staff, professional - highly recommend! I…read morebought a lightly used tired that looked practically new for half the price out the door of what I was quoted at American tires. I had a concern that maybe the price was so good because they were using tires that were patched or something but nothing could be further from the truth! They shared were they source their tires from and rest assured you're getting a great deal for sometimes practically new tires. These guys and girls are the real deal. They have earned a life time customer and my trust to send my friends and family in the future!

Minh's Smog

4.8

(238 reviews)

Quality service! Friendly team! Great value! Reliable service! This is the best and only place I…read moreget my smog done!

Quick and detailed. Friendly. Didn't have to wait long. They tell you their price upfront.read more

Don Smog Check

(74 reviews)

$50 for smog check, Camry 2012. Don was fast, no wait since I called ahead. Straight to the point…read more Quick service!

I recently discovered that my car now requires STAR certified smog checks due to it's age! After…read morebeen given the runaround from three different smog checks locations, I happened upon Don Smog Check at a local gas station. Not only am I thankful i took a chance at this business, they've earned my business every two years for my smog checks until my car breaks down for good! Would strongly recommend this location for the extremely fair pricing and customer service!

Autolink Repair Services - Auto Repair in Garden Grove Ca

4.8

(79 reviews)

Today is a bit of a bittersweet moment. After about 6 years of loyal customer service and about…read more$15,000 later between two cars, it was time for me to call it quits on repairing my Silverado... I don't feel bad blood or any sketchy feelings toward anybody at the shop. I just feel it's dumb luck and just plain bad luck on my part for having such a faulty truck. Everybody at the shop has done an amazing job helping me out. Will at the front counter is an amazing person who goes above and beyond to do whatever he can to make the pricing work for you.. Trey is an amazing technician who knows exactly what he's doing and sends detailed videos and reporting of everything he inspects. Unfortunately my truck started leaking and it was a faulty water pump. The same water pump I replaced 4 years ago at the exact location here at autolink. Again, I don't feel any sketchy feelings. I don't feel any kind of way. I just feel frustrated that the same water pump would go out after 4 years. I feel like something like that just doesn't happen. Even with that, I'm in a position in my life where I can't and don't have the resources to do anything further with this vehicle. About 2 weeks ago, maybe three. I replaced the complete brake system in my vehicle and it cost me about $2,000. Today I got the estimate for the water pump repair and it was $1,500. This is on the higher end of any shop repair. Again? I feel it's worth it because of the work they do, but to be honest, I feel something more should have been done to either prevent the water pump from breaking down again or getting some kind of warranty for that water pump that just happened to break down once again after 4 years. In the back of my mind, I can't stop thinking about the fact that something like this just doesn't happen that often. Water pumps don't break down that often. Anyway, that aside again, I hold no bad feelings toward this shot because I highly recommend them to everybody. They are on the higher end of the pricing ever since they started getting more clientele and more business. That is something that is to be expected I guess. Even with that, they were able to bring down the price significantly, and I appreciated it ever so much. At the same time I had to explain that at this time in my life I I can't and will not continue to repair this truck. I picked up the truck from the shop, drove it home and it's going to be sitting in my driveway for a few months until I figure out what I'm going to do with it. I have to save money to fix it because I do want to keep it and pass it down to my kid because after $15,000 worth of repairs I think it's pretty much brand new and should hold up for my son for a few years. Thank you everybody at the shop, Jay, will, Trey all the mechanics that I haven't met. They are detailed and explain what needs to be done with great reporting and paperwork. I will not be going back for a while. I'm going to save up some money. Get a new car and when the time comes I'm going to fix the truck and pass it down to my kid when he's old enough to drive. But I am seriously done with this truck. It has been nothing but a money pit. Again, I hold no bad blood, no hard feelings toward anybody at the shop. I just feel some kind of way about the same part breaking down 4 years later and me having to fix it at the exact same place with no kind of warranty.

I've been coming to Autolink for a few years now and they've always taken great care of me. The…read moreteam is friendly, knowledgeable and trustworthy. They take time to explain what my car needs and give honest recommendations without being pushy. A big shout out to Tri, Jay, Jerry and the rest of the crew!

Oc Test Only

(30 reviews)

Got a smog test today around 8:40 ish and i was the only customer there which is always nice. It…read moretook about 15 mins so it was a quick turnaround. The cost was pricier than the other smog test centers ive gone before but I recommend if you are around the area and want fast service. Price:$68 Time : about 15 mins

I highly recommend this place if you just need a quick smog check! I was in and out in about 15 ish…read moreminutes maybe less. I went on a Friday around 5pm and there was no line so I didn't have to wait for anyone else to finish up. I had my baby with me. Mr. Nguyen was very friendly and was done with the smog check very quickly. It was extremely fast & I would go there again! I believe this location is also STAR certified. I frequently drive by this area so it's in a very convenient location and easy to find. The inspection fee was $59.99 plus $8.25 for the certificate so I paid $68.24 ish. Will be back again in the future!!

Thanh Auto Repair

(635 reviews)

I would like to take a moment to truly thank Keith for his hard work and dedication to fixing my…read morecar. He went above and beyond all my expectations, truly a great mechanic. Had a super mysterious clunking when driving over bumps & dips due to previous mechanic mistakes, and he took some of his personal time to come with me and to hear it for himself. They priced very fairly and had an incredible turnaround time, typically done within the same day. Thank you Keith for all that you do, I will be back because of you for the foreseeable future. PS: Keith, the sound is completely gone. Again, thank you.

First time here today. Might be my new go-to my mechanic now…read more Got the oil changed, coolant drained and refilled, as well as the valve gasket cover replaced along with my air filter. My previous go-to mechanic tripped me with a quote of $575 for the valve gasket cover replacement (I assumed they meant the entire thing, not the rubber seal). So I went to this place due to reasonable prices. Their labor prices are also more competitive. The only downsize is that they don't do appointment. Otherwise; so far so good.

A-1 Muffler Express

(230 reviews)

I called A-1 Muffler Express looking to change my OEM mufflers and Coil overs. Spoke with Yen and…read morehe was super helpful with his recommendations and availability. He did warn me that it could be a little wait due to high volume of clients. I ended up going with a muffler delete and replaced my suspension with coil overs. Yen took care of the muffler delete and Lee and two other very helpful gentlemen took care of my coil overs. I have to say I am very satisfied with the quality of work for the value. They quoted me way under anyone else that I had called prior to going with them. I will recommend A-1 Muffler Express to all of my friends and family. They all make you feel that you're part of the family. They offered me coffee and cold water while I waited for my car to be done. One thing to remember, they are experts in mufflers, exhaust systems, and not any other type of work. But it never hurts to ask if they can do it for you!

Had to show this business some love as they know exactly what they're doing and very reasonable…read morepricing as well! They are always busy (which explains their work quality and prices. You will NOT be disappointed. Very kind folks and tell you exactly what they're doing. Will definitely return for more work as needed and referre family and friends here. Thank you guys again for the work on my vehicle! 05 BMW 330I

Electric City

(157 reviews)

Apparently they also fix/diagnose hybrid cars here!…read more My prius prime had a warning that "hybrid system malfunctioned" so I was stuck struggling to operate the vehicle for 2 days... The morning of the visit, lo and behold, the error code went away, took it to this shop anyways to see if they can find anything, nothing showed up on the OB2 scanner... They didn't charge me and just told me to monitor and come back if there's any issues, 10/10 for honest people!

Discovered this place recently and needed my fog lights fixed. I called the shop and spoke with…read moreJohnny, who was able to schedule an appointment for me right away. He provided excellent customer service and made the whole experience easy and hassle-free.

AC Exchange Auto Air Conditioning

4.0

(135 reviews)

If you're having AC problems with your car I HIGHLY recommend this place!!…read more I was helped by Jose who was very helpful and knowledgeable. The pricing for my repair was fair and way more affordable than what the jeep dealership wanted to charge me. Overall I'm very happy with my experience here. I'll finally get to drive around feeling cool and comfortable during this summer heat

Great shop--honest, direct, and knowledgeable. No upselling or misleading, just straight answers…read more Jose took great care of me. I brought in my Fisker Ocean to check the A/C for a possible leak, and they did exactly what I requested--nothing more, nothing less. Really appreciate the professionalism. Highly recommend.

Mobile Auto Repair Services

(19 reviews)

Was a good 1st experience when he fixed my car before, but after a 2nd attempt at repairing another…read morevehicle, communicating the problem and asking for a quote, he decided not to respond. Don't recommend.

Edwin for the WIN!!!…read more Big O tires wanted to charge me an arm an a leg to get a thermostat replaced in my car; shoot, I even offered to hold the light for the mechanic for a small discount - but "safety" (I understand). I couldn't ignore the fix as my car failed a smog check due to this, so I contacted Edwin. My guy was quick, to the point- and was low key real with his charges. Because he's mobile, having him drive to me was the biggest help! The day was set, the stakes were high, the time was pressed, and Edwin came in clutch. How? My guy drove up to the lot, assessed the car, got to it- and in less than an hour, my car was ready. Sccchhhwwinng! (It was hotter than a donkeys butt in a pepper farm that day, so please park in shaded area for him )- I offered him water, relax. Result of this story: My stupid lil bucket dump of a car finally passed I can drive off towards the sunset and wherever my heart desires...with tags now! Thanks Edwin, sorry for the life story but two coworkers will be hitting you up soon for an oil change

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Matt P.

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4

0

13 years ago

This guy is a rip off. He suppose to be my brother, charges me more than his customers.. If he is shady to me and maybe shady you guys too. Business Fail.. read more

Larry V.

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3

0

10 years ago

In and out in about 10 minutes, $40 includes certificate :) Cash only, no credit cards :( , but that's ok considering the price!

Barry R.

254

15

2

12 years ago

Great guys who know what they're doing. They work fast to get you in and out. The price is very reasonable.

Quoc L.

718

6

2

14 years ago

Been going here for years now. The guys there know what they're doing and get you in and out quickly.

Russ P.

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6

10 years ago

Quick, easy and very affordable.

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7 Min Smog Check

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Quick and easy smog check with no long lines. Straightforward with a reasonable price…read more If you're local or in the area and need a smog check, I definitely recommended going here.

I was due for a smog check and dropped by 7 Min Smog Check as it was nearby…read more It is located on Westminster and Brookhurst, right across from Saigon Supermarket and Tastea. It is super convenient and it is a drive-thru smog check. It wasn't quite 7 minutes as there was one car in front of me, but I was done in about 10 minutes. Tuan, the technician was nice and friendly. There is a waiting area with a couch and more chairs outside so you can watch them complete the work. You fill out a sheet with your information which takes less than a minute. Tuan informed me they used to have a coupon, but now they just charge a flat fee of $50 for cars. Trucks, vans, etc. are priced differently. Quick and efficient service. Will definitely visit them again in two years. Yelp review #1- 2026

Bolsa Smog Test Only Center

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(38 reviews)

I've got a 20-year-old car with 200,000 miles, a stolen catalytic converter (the audacity!), and a…read morereplacement part that's more off-brand than my fake Louis Vuitton's. Needless to say, I was sweating bullets over my smog check. Desperate and slightly panicked, I turned to Yelp and landed on Vu's Bolsa Smog in Westminster. Let me tell you right now--this place is not your cookie-cutter American smog station. I walk in, there's a woman casually washing dishes in a sink like it's Sunday at grandma's, and Chu Hai silently extends his hand like a smog-check Master. No paperwork. No chit-chat. Chu Hai barely uttered 5 complete sentences to me the entire time. There were a couple other cars in the stalls, but somehow they got mine in right away. I plopped down in a mismatched patio chair (10/10 ambiance) and before I could even deep dive into my IG, Chu Hai reappeared like a smog God with my paperwork in hand and said it was all sent to the DMV. That's it. Done. $50 later and I'm street legal again. No fuss, no frills, just straight-up magic. If I ever need another smog check--or a life coach--I'm coming back to Chu Hai. Zero Fuss. Zero Haggle. Zero Everything. They just pass you through like my last few online dates... 10/10 would tell my entire family about Chu Hai.

Smogged my car, was in and out within 20 mins I think? Maybe less because I came at a good time…read more $50 with certificate. Exactly what I came in for, easy peasy.

Andy Test Only Center

(66 reviews)

He's an honest person and very professional, I always go with Andy , He's super fast .read more

Best smog inspection I've had. Attempted to make a same day appointment and was able to be squeezed…read morein. Very efficient service! Explained the whole process to me, and took the time to explain some of the paperwork. My smog check was done in no time and I was back on the road. Excellent smog check center at an honest and reasonable price!!!!

Tran's Smog Test Only

(31 reviews)

Quick, friendly service at a good price. I recommend getting your car smog checked here.read more

I did a walk in appointment at Tran's Smog Test station and the service was amazing! He got me in…read moreright away and the testing itself was very quick. He explained all the steps to me afterwards in terms of what to expect from the DMV and it was super quick and easy. Cost came out to $40 which is very affordable. Would definitely come back again and highly recommend if you need to get your smog test done!

Don Smog Check

(74 reviews)

$50 for smog check, Camry 2012. Don was fast, no wait since I called ahead. Straight to the point…read more Quick service!

I recently discovered that my car now requires STAR certified smog checks due to it's age! After…read morebeen given the runaround from three different smog checks locations, I happened upon Don Smog Check at a local gas station. Not only am I thankful i took a chance at this business, they've earned my business every two years for my smog checks until my car breaks down for good! Would strongly recommend this location for the extremely fair pricing and customer service!

Nelson Smog Test Only

5.0

(312 reviews)

Quick and easy smog check, friendly employee, and you can get a small discount for paying by cash…read moreinstead of card. There's a workout station in the waiting area!

Great Quality. 15 min wait time .Great guys. Professional Smog guys available to disgussread more

L D Auto Smog & Repair

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I was referred by my friend to this business…read more Tony did my oil change. I was immediately helped and they finished my oil change within a reasonable time. Very quick & reliable service. Thank you cảm ơn

I needed a smog check for my car registration. It was super easy to get that done. I forgot my…read moreregistration papers, but the provider was able to look me up easily. I passed the smog check in about 20 minutes? Maybe sooner, it was easy to be done even though I did not have an appointment, although I did come right when they opened. All in all it all cost me only $45 which is a great rate I believe.

Quickie Smog Test Only

(382 reviews)

Great service, this is my 2nd time at this smog shop. Quick, efficient, and in and out service…read more Call ahead and make sure there's no line. Clean and easy to find. Warner and Bushard in the northeast corner next to the Valvoline Oil Change. My friends and family all visit Quickie Smog Test Only.

Came here for a Smog Check and had a great experience. Tin was very friendly and was able to help…read moreme quickly. I will be coming back in the future.

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