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David E.

Top SMOG guy! Great recommendation from Bob's Autos. Friendly, knowledgeable, quick. Will be back everytime

Max S.

Nice guy! Knows his material. Fast service as well. I've been coming to him for many years.

Ignacio C.

Great service and even better help from Kenny! A true help for me while I prepared to hit the road. Quick easy and in my opinion affordable. Very clean and I was glad I was in and out

Dave M.

I've been going to Kenny for several years now, probably about 6 times now. Out of those times I don't believe I ever had to wait. He starts right away and does his job thoroughly. My cars have always passed. Kenny is quick and complete. His shop is located among a line of other garages. It's a little crowded and you just need to know that the driveway is one way. Turn in off the side street and arrive at Smog Express down toward the end. I'm writing this review because I really like the service. Can you believe I actually look forward to getting my car smogged! It's true!!!

Great service, fast and fair prices. He also pointed out a couple little things I might want to get looked at by my mechanic.

Alexandra M.

Great customer service. No appointment necessary. Always answers and returns calls. Highly recommend.

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This is my second time coming here for my SMOG Check and I'm always satisfied. Kenny is so nice and friendly. He gets you in and out read more

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Great and fast service. Totally recommend it. Kenny was very professional, nice and polite. Will definitely keep coming here in the future.

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Fast and thorough smog test. Kenny was very helpful over the phone to me and in person to my boyfriend. He stays open until 6pm so it was very convenient for us! read more

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Pretty straight forward smog check. Called in and they told me I could come in right away. I was in-and-out in about 15 minutes and cost was 50 dollars. Kenny was very personable. Just fyi, there are two smog checks in this plaza. If you're heading south on Inglewood and pull into the plaza, then its the second one (right before the exit). The first smog check station just says "SMOG" with a check symbol. Kennys smog says "SMOG CHECK" Express TEST ONLY. read more

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Kenny is super friendly, honest and professional! Very affordable smog test location. Advertises complete price of $45 unlike other places that try to lure you in with a discounted price that doesn't include certificate fees. read more

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Will continue coming back here in the future. friendly and quick service, priced well and information sent to the DMV

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Smog test was fast. Service was professional and friendly. Price is good! My appointment was at 3:30 and was out of there by 3:45! Definitely go to this place if you are near the South Bay and need a smog test! read more

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Kenny is the best and most fair smog shop in LA Service was super fast and price soooo Fair read more

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Service was fast and price was great! I called and Kenny told me no wait and quoted me an estimate. I got there and was helped right away. The cost turned out a little more than what he quoted me but he offered me the quoted price anyways! I would definitely come back and recommend all my friends to him. read more

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Adam P.

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Called over 10 different locations and they were all charging a high price. Fast n friendly service Thank you Kenny!

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Daryl C.

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In and Out Waited 5 minutes for the previous person, then he spent about 15 minutes doing my car. Total $50. Called 4 places before I came here, all were more expensive. Very happy camper. read more

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Very fast and great price! Got an appointment the same day and was able to go pay my registration right after at dmv. Highly recommend!!

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Came off a strong recommendation, that did not steer me wrong! Kenny was fast, fair, and friendly. The definition of great customer service and professionalism. read more

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Kenny did my smog this past Monday for my car super fast. Great deal too! I gave 4 stars just because the parking sucks but it's LA right who has great parking. Going back next year for my renewal. read more

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Believe the reviews. Kenny is the best. Old skool korean dude that knows what he's doing and doesn't BS. I called ahead and he said to wait 20 minutes cause he had another customer at the time. When I went in, he swapped the cars right out and knocked it out. 50 bucks. Done deal. I'll go back. read more

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Great Service Once again! Thank You Kenny! Always a pleasure to take my vehicle! Kenny is always helpful and always provides service with a smile! God Bless! read more

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I needed a smog check and didn't want to be late for work. I found Smog Express near my work and they opened pretty early, I got there before they opened and waited. Kenny opened right on time, was very friendly and got me in and out very quickly. I made it to work on time. read more

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Called 15 minutes before my appointment, drove right into the garage, waited 15 minutes, paid $50 bucks and got out of there in no time. Kenny is really nice and knows exactly what he is doing. Highly recommended! BTW This is a STAR station for all you people looking for one. read more

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Peter S.

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Great and quick service. I was in and out in about 30 minutes. Give him a call so he can let you know the best time to pop in. FYI he shares the lots with the other service providers so make sure to go to him and you may need to navigate some obstacles. read more

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Mark R.

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Kenny is the best! Whenever I need a smog check on a vehicle this is my go to place. Very professional and thorough. It's always great having a conversation with Kenny. Great customer service which is hard to find these days. read more

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Linda H.

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Now, that was easy!!!! I called and asked how much for a smog check on my car and Kenny gave me a quote for my car. It was the same price as he quoted on the phone. He started as soon as I got there and was done so fast that I was like wow!! He backed my car out and pulled someone else in. Money and thank you to me and before I could bat an eye twice, I was back on Inglewood blvd heading home. Yeah, Kenny, I will see you in two years!! Thanks!!! read more

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Dawn M.

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Kenny was the worse smog experience I ever had, and I would never go back; the cost is $60, which is higher than most places, but that is not the issue here. However, my car passed on everything except 15mph, so Kenny promised a free retest in writing and gave me a month to drive the vehicle. Then, he recommended the best, most expensive gas (yet suddenly, I could not open the gas cap after he drove my car). Additionally, I purchased an emissions system cleaner that guarantees to pass the smog or double your money back. Two weeks later, I called Kenny when with my neighbor and 2 minutes away, yet Kenny refused to retest. So, after driving it for another week, I came from Lomita to get my free retest as sure it would pass, and he not only refused to retest but verbally abused me. I would not feel comfortable doing a retest anyway due to a lack of trust due to his acting in bad faith! The car should have passed the first time if he had run it for a few minutes and pressed the gas. Kenny was extremely rude and unprofessional and took advantage of me being a disabled woman! read more

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I called in need of a smog check for DMV. The gentleman who answered the phone was professional and polite answering a couple questions before I took time off to come in. Pulled up about 10 minutes later and I was done in under an hour! I appreciate that Smog Express Test understood that, time is money! Professional, affordable & quick. Will definitely recommend, refer & return as needed. read more

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Doug C.

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Ken is as dependable, efficient and honest as anyone I have ever dealt with in the auto industry. After 24 years of working in the auto service industry with dealerships and now being retired I could choose anyone to test my older personal cars and Ken is the one I do choose. He has always impressed me even though I never told him what I had done for a living. Thanks Ken. read more

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Jay C.

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Fast and inexpensive. Kenny was super friendly. I'll be coming here every year. I drove in at 5:30 and was done in 15 minutes. I would recommend it to anyone in the area. read more

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Pablo M.

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Great service reasonable price. It good to see the lost of customer service has not found this spot. Was in and out with no hassle. This is now my go to place for smog checks and will definitely refer anyone that is in need of a smog check. read more

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Louie D.

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Just completed and left. Legit service. Best price, friendly customer service, and time efficient.

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Casey A.

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Kenny is always polite, but straight to the point and doesn't waste time. I've been bringing all my vehicles to Kenny for years, and will continue to do so for as long as I can! read more

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Lael H.

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Ommmmggg. What a gem this place is! I can't believe I'm even saying this but I look forward to having to get my smog tests. The owner is so cool and easy breezy. You feel relaxed and happy to know you are in such good hands there. I am a big fan of supporting local businesses. I have parents who are business owners in Hawthorne. Everyone who lives near here must try out this place. You will never go anyway else I promise!! Lael Hillman read more

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Love this place. Kenny is great and his price is very reasonable. Quick in and out as well. Make an appointment if you don't want to wait.

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Been coming here for years. Call ahead and he'll get you right in. His prices are unbeatable, excellent service.

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Very easy fast place to get you smog check done. The guy is very cool and doesn't give you to much hassle plus it's cheap so I highly recommend it for those who are looking to get it done for you registration. read more

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LeAnna H.

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Kenny was great, just like all you Yelpers told me.

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Angela S.

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Excellent, prompt, and courteous service by Kenny! The entire process was completed under 20 minutes. Highly recommend this Star Certified Smog Test Center. read more

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Bryan C.

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Really easy in and out. So nice and friendly. I would absolutely go back next time I need a smog test.

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Dontae W.

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Went to get my smog done and was in and out of there In about 20 min. Fast n friendly. Location sucks, but overall it's worth it...

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Candace D.

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Kenny is very professional and friendly. Clean station, great service. $45 all in for 2009. Thanks Kenny!

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Kenny was super nice! I called 10 minutes before I came in to make an appointment & he got me in right away, explained the whole process as I'd never needed a car smog checked before, & had me out & up to date with the dmv within 15 minutes for only $45. Would definitely be back when needed :) read more

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Tony L.

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Excellent service, brought Kenny 3 cars this year. He in goes far and beyond and inspects the entire car

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Corey N.

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This place is awesome. The guy working there is super nice. He didn't need my DMV paperwork or VIN, he just looked it up quickly and had me out in less than 10 minutes. Great, friendly and fast service! read more

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13113 Inglewood Ave
Ste 5
Hawthorne, CA 90250
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Smog check test only station Star certified station

History

Established in 2001.

16 years at this location as a smog check test only station servicing Southern California.

Meet the Business Owner: Kenny L.

Smog test technician for over 30 years with auto repair skills and experience.

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“I bet it would have been faster if Kenny wasn't already working on a car before I got there.”

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My wifes car needed to be smoged (the dreded somg test) so I typed in SMOG TEST and a bunch of places came up one of which was just around the corner at 131st and Inglewood ave. a lot closer than the place I had been going to, which gave me a bad experience the last time I was their. Read the comments and decided to give Kenny a call. made an appointment for the next morning (today), got their at 7:45 he opens at 8:00 He got their at 7:55 and wanted to know if I had been waiting long. Told him that i've been waiting about an hour and that I was pissed. We laughed, he opened up and I was done 15 minutes. Paid him, he gave me the certificate and I was out of their. I thought that it was nice of him to ask if I had been waiting long even though he was early. He knows what he is doing, didn't make me wait while he got a cup of coffee and treated my wifes car as if it were his own. More importantly, he didn't mind answering questions. being a car guy and a retired electronics engineer I am interested in these things. read more

Alison H.

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Kenny is the BEST!! I showed up with no appointment and was in & out in 15 minutes. Very professional and friendly service. He gave me the "Special Yelp User Price" of $45 all inclusive. If there were more Stars I would check them all!! I will definitely refer Smog Express Test Only to all my friends. Thank you Kenny!!! read more

Anh P.

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7 years ago

Kenny is the man! Fast, friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable! He should be running costumer service seminars. Haha. I will definitely be coming here for all of my smog needs from here on out. read more

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I went here for a SMOG check and would not recommend anyone bring their cars here! Do NOT go here for a SMOG check! Go someone else, would give 0 stars if I could read more

Cecia P.

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My husband takes both of our cars here since we have been living in this area about three years now and wouldn't go anywhere else. Great customer service here! read more

Aaron H.

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7 years ago

Quick! In and out in 15 minutes. Owner was very personable and a happy guy. Nothing else to say, just writing more because Yelp says this review is too short. read more

Janette K.

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10 years ago

I've taken my car to Kenny three times now and I always get in and out quickly. Kenny is very friendly and professional. I wouldn't go anywhere else. read more

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I have been here twice for both of my cars and it's been ver nice. Guy is friendly and explains everything needs to be done to have smooth ride. read more