I had a most unprofessional experience at Soquel Smog Check today. I was given inaccurate information about how to reset an oxygen sensor. After paying the initial fee +$46 fee, I was informed that they would refuse to do the secondary check (+$20) when confronted with conflicting information from the Toyota service center regarding resetting the sensor. This means I will need to pay for 2 smog checks ( the second will be completed elsewhere) because Soquel Smog Check refused to complete the secondary check for the additional +$20. The woman who took my call also hung up on me when she asked me to take my business elsewhere. In the end it would have been more cost effective and time efficient to have the service done by Toyota. read more

In and out in an hour for a walk in isn't too shabby for a smog check. Service was great! Walked out posting $55 even. Simple and easy. read more

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$55 for a smog check. I was in and out in 25 minutes. The waiting room could use an update and more comfortable chairs. Avoid coming at opening times on the weekends. read more

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Had an excellent experience here. My old truck didn't pass and needed work. Chose to use them to do the work. They were great. Found a cost effective solution to repair when they could have easily convinced me to do something more expensive. They were quick, polite and professional. My car passed the recheck and we are all set. Really appreciate the staff and all they did to help me out. Highly recommend. read more

The lady who working here really rude and crazy ! She was asking me for DMV paper I said I don't have it , then she started yelling at me saying that without the paper work she couldn't do it i told her that she can scan the Vin ( vehicle identity number ) right next to the door finally I came out and saying without the paper work she has to come out and write it down i got pissed and end up with Soquel Auto Repair which behind couple building away , the tech over there very nice and honest cheap n fast $40 out the door ! He said I'm not the only one who complain about that lady..... read more

Very polite staff - a little bit pricey for smogs ($55) but worth it to be treated nicely and be in and out the door in under 30 minutes. Definitely a good choice for this area. read more

I went here because they say they are authorized to deal with gross polluters after o discovered my RV I bought had to be done at star smog and repair only . So I went in and asked for the results if the previous test done for the seller in January this year to discover they charged her 250 bucks for a diagnostic after she failed . The specific report stated it was the distributer vaccum lines and a intake manifold gasket leak at the 5th and 6th cylinder so I proceeded to hire my own mechanics to make repairs and they did all but the gasket . They fixed the plug wires and unstuck the distributer changed a plug and thermostat and redid the vaccuum lines which made it run much better . I took the RV back in on July 1st for a test expecting another fail and it failed What I was told after $90 bucks and an hour of testing that it needed 2 hours maybe 3 tops to tweak the vaccuum lines AND MAKE IT PASS so I went to my church for help because I had run out of money for more repairs at 100 an hour and when they contacted smog check they told the pastor it would cost $385 just to DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM AND THEN THEY WOULD NEED PARTS AND LABOR TO REPAIR . which is not only completely different from what I was told but when you include my 90 and the 250 from 4 months ago that's a total of $725.00 and NOT A CENT WILL GO TOWARDS ACTUAL REPAIRS NOR GUARENTEE IT WILL PASS . I thankfully was also told to bring the RV in on the 10th at 8 am but when I confronted them about the discrepancy in what they told me vs what they told the pastor at church they said they couldn't get me in until next monday .which thankfully gave me time and sense to read these reviews. . I now understand what the plan is and I am not falling for it .I am contacting the church to stop the check for 385 and taking the rvso where else I already see if I allow these guys to work on the RV again I will regret it dearly and cannot take a chance I will lose my RV to tickets and I will not be held hostage to any more crooks who think because the customer is a woman she's automatically stupid and an easy mark they had every chance to show integrity in 3 conversations and we'll over 350 bucks for two visits to diagnose and they proved they intend to milk me for all they can. Thank you to those posting their negative experiences or I would not have been able to see how risky going to them truly is. read more

Fast, convenient, professional smog place! If recommend to a friend. I like this place!! read more

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Do not go to these guys. They failed my 2005 mustang because they said it was missing a sticker and an EGR valve. The car is 100% stock so there was no way that was correct. Ford dealership confirmed no EGR is installed and doesn't exist! Still they charged me 41.75 for a failed test. Bottom line, sticker not required and because they are too lazy to look the car up in the system, they just fail it and bill you. I went over to Holiday Smog, passed the test and was on my way. Don't waste money on these guys. Go someplace else. read more

I've had all of my cars smogged here for the last several years. They are a Test Only station, so there is not a conflict of interest if you don't pass. There is a free retest available for 10 days so when you take your car elsewhere to be fixed you can have it certified again for free. I would give them 5 stars, but once when I took a car in with the engine warning light on (an automatic failure I later learned) they still charged me for a test. I thought that was a bit lame. read more

Can't explain other folks complaints about this place but I had a great experience. They close for lunch from 1-2 pm so I came in right at 2:00 and got out in 1/2 an hour. I had the enhanced check and passed with no problem. The place is always busy and I believe they take appointments. read more

Had my smog done here a couple years back and service was fast and friendly. Not much else to say about a smog spot.

I love this place get in get out nice folks nothing special in the waiting room but sit out side on a nice day it's cool to watch the cars go by for a half hour or so till they get done with your car bring a book or something if watching the world go by gets old . read more

I went here after my batter was low and recharged it myself then I paid over 90.00 for them to tell me my monitors were off no pre warning about this at all they just took my money and said sorry go back on the freeway and drive awhile so the monitors reset .now they want another 50 dollars to recheck it .I wouldn't recommend this place for the poor or working person as they come up with ways to charge you you haven't even heard of before . read more

I needed to get my car smogged and I walked right in and they did it. It didn't take very long and the woman at the front counter was very nice and gave me great customer service. read more

Think again on these guys. My husband took our 79 Convert Bug here to get a smog. He asked that they run a pre-test - turns out they ran the test and it was labeled a gross polluter - they didn't even run the pre-test. It was to late to do anything about it because they had already sent the test. BTW, Ernies in Felton is a Certified Smog Station, guess what, the car cleared smog......uhmmm. If your car is questionable, look elsewhere for a smog station. We all know the smog laws are not about clean air. There are too many other sources of pollution that are being overlooked! I'll never go back to this con artist and will advise my friends to do the same! read more

Rip-off Alert!!! I brought my car in here 2 years ago and had no problems so I went back. This time they tested my car and failed me because my check engine light was on. They did not have the decency to warn me beforehand that I would not pass. They just wanted my $39.95. When I called them on it, the lady at the desk basically flat out ignored me. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE! Now they I see they do repairs. They wanted $95.00 to diagnose my engine light. HA! I took it to my mechanic and all he had to do was reset the code---for FREE! And they want another $19.95 to retest it within 10days. These guys are scammers. Do yourself a favor like I did and go to Bobby's Pit Stop. The first question they ask, BEFORE you schedule your appointment is --"Is your check engine light on?" read more

They smogged my car ok but they're kind of rude. There are a whole lot of signs in the waiting area explaining all the things they will call the Sheriff for. I don't know if this says more about the owners or the clientele but you could probably have a more pleasant experience elsewhere. For example, I noticed on the other side of Ocean Honda is a small shop that'll do it for around $10 less. read more

I went in for a smog check and didn't pass because of my thermostat. They fixed it in a timely manner and for a reasonable price. No complaints. read more

I went in this morning, got there at 8AM, my car was ready in less than 20 minutes. Front desk person was kind and professional. This is my third visit to this location, will and have recommended in the past. read more

Fast efficient accurate. that is all i am looking at with a smog place. great work

I have to get my car smogged and it made me remember these guys, I took my car here a few years ago, the mechanic saw my light was on, didn't tell me he knew it wasn't gonna pass until after he'd already started, still had to pay, outrageous, never go here, always go to a don't pass don't pay station if you're even the tiniest bit worried you might fail, screw these guys for ripping me off. read more

Kinda pricy for smog check ($55 for year 2000 or later models) but pretty quick, courteous.

Fast, cheap, friendly enough. Was able to take me the same day for an older truck, after four or five other places couldn't.

Quick, professional service in a clean, welcoming environment. I felt confident that I was being taken care of based on the straightforward, efficient demeanor of the nice women at the desk, and the well-kept parking lot and lobby helped reinforce that. The effort all around is appreciated! read more

I have been going to Smog Check in Soquel for years. I have had at least 6 smog checks there and they are good. They have been quick, professional and inexpensive. I believe they are the cheapest place in the SC area. read more

My truck needed a smog, I called and made an appointment because they were cheaper than the rest in town. My truck failed the test and I was goint to have them repair it. The service writer told me about a state program that paid to fix my truck!! I sent in an application and they fixed it. The state payed them for the work. How sweet a program. Also they were very fast and quite pleasant and took the time to explain why my truck failed. BRAVO read more

Been going here for years. Not much to it. It's busy on weekends and slower mid week. Got there about 4pm on a Thursday was out in maybe 20 minutes to a half hour. read more

You owe it to yourself to read this if you are considering going here for service... I wouldn't give this shop any more business if they were the only place in town. I've taken all my cars here for about a decade, but I will never do so again. Everyone seems to be falling on hard times, but holding your customers over a barrel and shaking them down for an extra buck is downright shady. So, I took my van here to get a smog check- a vehicle that I keep in excellent condition. It passed all of the required tests. In the final minutes of the smog test, an employee called me over to check something out. The o-ring in the gas cap had a few cracks (even though it had passed a pressure test). None-the-less, because the o-ring in the gas cap showed wear, the vehicle could not be passed. I suggested they just replace the o-ring or use some gasket sealer, or I could even just go a couple doors down to Winchester Auto to get either an o-ring for 99 cents or a new cap for about $7. They said if I did that, they'd have to fail the vehicle (even though it passed ALL mechanical tests) and charge me twice (having to test it a second time). BUT, if I purchased one of THEIR gas caps for $25.95 they wouldn't have to do so, and I would be passed, free and clear. I asked the 'manager' to explain to me the logic in this, and all he did was go on about gas caps and hoses leaking carbon emissions and being 'gross polluters' (again, even though the vehicle had already passed the mechanical smog test, including a pressure test for the gas cap) and THEN he went on to say that he HAD A BUNCH OF GAS CAPS THAT WOULDN'T FIT ANY OTHER VEHICLES THAT HE COULDN'T GET RID OF... clearly, he was pawning one of these caps off on me. At this point, what is a customer to do? You already owe them money, and they have your keys and your vehicle. They've got the power and you've got nothing. EXCEPT this: this is just the reason why this sort of station is not supposed to sell such items. So, I am exercising my only rights as a consumer: (1) to NEVER grant such an establishment any further repeat business, (2) to warn others to do the same (not simply for my own benefit; if you value not being ripped off, this warning benefits you, too, and (3) to report this business to relevant licensing and consumer agencies. read more

Took my RV in for a smog check yesterday all I can say is FANTASTIC service. Easy in and out which is very important with a 30 foot motor home. Work was completed as stated in 45 minutes, took a little longer to get out since my battery died but they got me going. Confusion on the vin number on the rig vs on registration, they made the extra effort to straighten it out. Can't say enough about their service I will use them again for sure. read more

This was my usual go-to place for a smog check. Not anymore. They instituted a 36% higher price for vehicles older than year 2000, which is ridiculous. I assume they still have to stick the measuring tool up the tailpipe just like any other car. Anyway, I paid $20 extra for the same service, and I won't be going back. Other than the price, it's generally in and out in a half an hour. read more

Took my Honda here to get a smog test and got really great service, it was fast and easy. Found the professionalism and knowledge here better than other smog stations in the area, now I take all my cars here. Highly recommend! read more

do I smell a rat! I went in to get my Toyota smoged. was deemed a gross poluter. they would fix it at a discount. took my truck to Ernies in Felton. passed easily without any tinkering. read more

There are some good reviews for this place, and I can understand that if you bring in a late model car, and you get in and out paying 43 bucks, sure you will be happy, but if your car is a little older you may not cruise through the process, and it's gonna cost you big time if you fail, first off they have you by the short hairs, and you are liable to pay way too much to replace a little vacuum hose, and you will pay again to retest it. They failed my Toyota truck because it had an oily stain where the carb manifold bolts to the engine, he said " that's a fuel leak" bullshit, they wanted an obscene amount to do work that didn't need doing, The stain was greasy oil, not fuel, I wiped it clean and took it to another place that passed it with no issues.. This place is waiting to fleece you.. Go elsewhere read more

They saved our Saturday. We took my daughter's car here for her smog check, and were told it would be 20 minutes. So we walked over to the shopping center, and lost track of time. Returned some hours later, and the place was closed! (It was Saturday at 1:10). As we lamented our next step, one of the workmen drove up to us, as he was leaving, and said he had stayed for us. Whew! He went out of his way for us, and was kind. The cost was reasonable, and the service was clearly a life-saver! read more

Well I've used this place in the past and it was fine from what I remember. Today I went in and was told the wait would be 40 minutes. No problem as I'm not a stress case about waiting and the time seemed reasonable. As 40 minutes went by I did not see my truck go into the shop. I watched someone who came in after me get their smog done sooner, so that confused me a little. In the end the wait was 70 minutes, with no acknowledgement that the time went over. I get a bad feeling from this operation... I was just glad to get my smog cert and bounce... not going back... read more

SAVE YOUR MONEY. Do not go to this place. They failed my car and took almost 2 hours to tell me after they decided it was going to fail right at the start of the inspection because of some BS that my car had the wrong catalytic converters. The car has always passed with no issues at other smog facilities. In fact. the very next day I took my car to another smog facility and it passed with no issues. If this place wants to stay in business they should be a pass or don't pay facility. read more

took my jeep (1989) here recently. many people in town use this place for 50.00 they are polite and friendly. I just called to see if my car out of state would pass, I asked them to check by make and model and the man was very nice about it. I know my dad and his friends always go here as well. read more

Went in for smog test on a Saturday and was out in 20 minutes. Car passed and it cost 50.00. Pretty easy.

Don't know why they have any bad reviews. Took my car in and was there less than an hour. They were friendly and professional. Someone had a failed smog check and they were really nice to her. Offered suggestions to help her pass without offering any expensive services. I wouldn't go anywhere else. read more