Have been a customer for many years. Probably 10+. Have 3 vehicles to smog every year. Will not return after my last smog experience. My 2019 diesel had a check engine light due to a faulty temperature sensor. He explained I needed to take it to get fixed, then return after driving 50-100 miles for the computer to reset, which I verified with him multiple times. I completed both(actually driving 140+ miles) returned to have it re tested, and he now told me I needed to drive 500 miles, and lied about telling me 50-100. I will never be back, and on the way out the door the owners response was "I've been in business for 30 years, I don't need you". Best of luck with that business model. read more

The worst place ever their money hungry my car didn't pass smoke check they charge me twice when they promise gonna charge only 10 bucks when I come back. even though I've been a couple years, their customer and I have three cars. never go back there again read more

Always quick! Comfortable waiting room. Very pleasant to do business with. 100% recommend. Download the coupon for a$10 discount. Great local Carmichael business locally owned. read more

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In and out in 20 minutes. Efficient and professional. Had to rush over here from the DMV and it was quite convenient.

I've been going here for the past couple years with my Scion tc. Older man at the front is kind and quick, in and out the shop within 10-15 minutes! I recommend This place doesn't disappoint read more

I love this place! The people working there are super helpful and courteous. They are very fast and, I feel, very reasonable, especially if you use a coupon(I've found them on their website and have been given them after each smog service.). In addition, I really appreciate the free retest if your car fails initially, incredible value. My husband and I will be loyal customers as long as we live here and they are open. On a side note, I came here almost 2 years ago with total pregnancy brain and left my favorite, very expensive, and sentimental water bottle under my seat in the lobby. When he discovered it, the owner(I think) asked everyone else in the lobby if it belonged to them and ultimately tracked me down from my payment records to call me and return it to me. I have no idea how many people he called before finally finding me, but I was so impressed by his kindness and the effort he invested to find me and get it back to me. I cannot recommend them enough, great integrity, great service, great experience overall. read more

Good fast clean quick. Use coupon. Check in for best coupon. Usually not too busy. Fast in and out

Avoid this place! The owner is an absolute A hole and an idiot! After 8 years of taking my 2 cars and my wife's car to him, he had the nerve to pull me in to the shop area after 20 minutes this year and then ask me "where the air pump is" on my 2000 Audi S4. Mind you this is the same car he has inspected and passed without that question 4 times over 8 years of going back to him exclusively!! These cars are plug-in tested only and I passed, but when I couldn't show him the location of what is actually called the secondary air pump because I had to look it up online and find it is buried in the engine and not in plain view, he told me he "didnt want to get it wrong" and take my car somewhere else! Of course I became upset saying how are you going to waste my time like this after you've inspected and passed this car over 4x over 8 years of doing business with you with both my cars and my wife's car, the POS began yelling at me and saying I'm wasting his business' time?! F you buddy!! I will be sure to post this review on every site there is for consumers to see this guy shoukd be canceled. read more

Excellent service. Family owned local business. Just did my smog here and they were very quick I was in and out before even realizing and getting off my phone call. Shop is also very clean and nice inside. Definitely recommend this to everyone. read more

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Star smog test required for my daughters vehicle and this place is always fast, friendly and fair priced. Really does treat customers as VIPs hence the name VIP SMOG. Appreciate this local business owner and will also recommend. read more

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My husband took our 4 runner to this place to get a smog check. They said it didn't pass. They said that one if the sensors didn't pass. He took it to our local garage where we get our servicing done and they said the sensor was clear. He took it back and it passed. He then asked the owner if they ever experience having a faulty test, as the sensor was in fact cleared. The owner, instead of answering the question, told him to never come back. Really unprofessional! read more

I called yesterday to schedule an appointment to get my car smogged after the last location about a block or so away only went by appointments first and I didn't feel like waiting. So, I called VIP Smog and the man told me they just opened for the day and no one was there yet Score I jam there real quick and was greeted immediately. Handed over my paperwork and filled out paperwork while I was doing that my car was being pulled in to get the smog done. Less than 10-15 mins later I pass my smog and I was on my way. The price is great since the last time I got a smog the prices have gone up but for $48 and your in and out that is perfectly fine with me. The next time I need a smog I'm going here this is the fastest I have ever got a smog normally I'm waiting like an hour before my smog is done. They also have a yelp $10 off check in offer awesome!!! ;) read more

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VIP Smog is my new favorite smog center in Sacramento County now. It was honestly the quickest and smoothest smog test ever. I was greeted with a warm welcome by the owner, signed the estimate, and he was off to complete the test. The waiting area is a big open space with plenty of seating and a large TV (it was playing music videos when I was there) to keep you entertained while you await your car and completed smog test. I waited about 10 minutes (if that) before I was called to the counter to pay, get a copy of my receipt and car keys. And then I was off to enjoy the rest of my day. Get in and out at VIP Smog. Check-in using Yelp to get a discount on your smog test. read more

VIP Smog : Vehicle Inspections Plus - VIP Smog has a very nice waiting area with a large TV. Perfect as you wait for your smog test to be completed. - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Carmichael, California

Fast and a nice gentleman on duty. In and out in a couple minutes. The facility looks organized and clean.

Great experience . Very particular when dealing with businesses. They are the real deal and cannot imagine you would be disappointed. I will return and recommend them to anyone that asks. They understand customer service! I was in and out in under a half hour when I smoged my older LS. read more

Very efficient service. I rolled up at 4pm on a Friday to get a smog check and was done in 10 minutes. No drama. Clean waiting room to sit in. 10/10. read more

Worst service. The technician drove my car and about to hit the wall. He goes around, so I told I don't want to do it, he said he already send the info to dmv while he just plugged scanner in and he said I have to pay. The cost is too high for a sedan as 65.00 while horizon smog only charge 38.00. Will not recommend read more

I was in and out super quick (within 15 min), staff are super kind and care about covid protocols. Doing errands like this are normally boring and annoying and time consuming. VIP Smog made it easy, quick, and pleasant. read more

Friendly, quick and affordable service - second time here and I will be back again! Doesn't look like much from the outside but please don't let that detour you. read more

I needed a smog for my car registration. I found a coupon online and went to VIP Smog. A very nice gentleman helped me, honored my coupon and it took about half an hour from start to finish. I would definitely use VIP Smog again, especially of its great service, reasonable price and convenient location. read more

I was so happy to find VIP Smog today. Needed my van smog checked ASAP. No waiting and done very quickly. The technician went above and beyond to help and answer any questions. They are very friendly and professional. I will definitely be back with my other cars. read more

Very friendly & good services I have been smog check on this shop over 10 years a price is fair owner friendly and smile all the time .

Open at 8:30am and also work Saturdays. Joe provide a great customer service, he is fast and productive. The place is neat and clean. He explained the process and answered all my questions at satisfaction. Good job! I will recommend and refer his service to my clients. read more

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I've been coming here for YEARS. This is the only place I come to smog our cars. They are quick, efficient, and they keep the place extremely clean and organized! I wouldn't think about going anywhere else! read more

Just okay... overcharged $1 but who cares. They are quick and fast! Very important not to waste the day. Use coupon on Yelp!

Loved this place! Lobby was extremely clean, spacious, organized. I was in and out within 20 mins! The owners are super nice and courteous. Many smiles and polite customer service. They gave me a discount even though it was my first time there and I didn't notice their various coupons on their website. I'll definitely come back! read more

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Took the girlfriend's Honda in to be smogged, and lucky me, no waiting! I waited for about 10 minutes for the work to be performed, and was on my way after about 15 minutes total. VIP offers excellent service and pricing. I totally recommend them. read more

I took my van here today for a smog check. I did not have an appointment, but only waited 40 minutes. The waiting room was large, comfortable, and they had WiFi. They honored an expired Pennysaver coupon, which saved me a bundle. There is a restroom in the garage. I will return. They are a STAR station, which will make a difference in 2013. read more

This guy is a Rockstar. Fast, efficient, friendly. Was in and out in 20 mins, even with him being the only one and another person in front of me as well as handling the phones. Mad respect, bro. read more

This shop is top rate. I was greeted right away and set up for smog inspection. The tech worked on it right away. Customer service is great and price is very fair. read more

Perfect place to get your smog ,,owners are super nice,and the service was very VERY quick,,,found my smog place for all my vehicles,,Thanks for the GREAT service!!!!! read more

I bought a car from out of state and had to get a smog certificate for the DMV. VIP smog took great care of me. This is a family owned business and it shows with the friendly service. They were very careful of my BMW and got me in and out quickly and at a reasonable cost. There was even a yelp coupon for checking in at this business! read more

They were polite and straight to the point and got the job done quickly...i was able to rush back into dmv down the street and turn in my smog paperwork with no problems..would recommend if your in rush to do registration and smog within in the same day cuz their 5mins away also the Pricing was fair read more

I've been here several times and have always been happy with the service. The owner is nice and the job is done quickly. They also have a Yelp check-in to save you money. I definitely recommend! read more

Fast, friendly and professional. Oh and clean shop. Also reasonable prices. Recommended.

Always have my cars smogged here. Clean, courteous and professional shop with great service every time. Highly recommend.

Service was very quick and the gentleman assisting me was professional and polite. I love the extra Covid related precautions being taken such as plexiglass cover in the office and wearing a mask and gloves while checking my car. Thank you VIP Smog for a quick smog check. read more

Came here to get my car smogged and they had me in and out in about 20 minutes with no appointment, the waiting room was very clean and comfy and the lady at the front was very nice. read more

Called ahead to make sure they weren't busy. Got there before 9 am and received help immediately. I liked that they had a yelp offer and I was able to use it. Smog check took about 15 minutes. I had to pay an extra $10 because it was a van but no prob. It passed the test. I think I've found my go to place! read more

fast! i was out in less than 20 min! and the discount helped. no restrooms thought but starbucks is near by. read more

VIP Smog : Vehicle Inspections Plus - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Carmichael, California