A1 Smog Check

This guy is not knowledgeable.
I went in for an inspection.
It didn’t pass because I recently changed my battery and some systems didn’t reset.
He told me to «keep driving keep driving, just keep driving…» To fix it.
I asked him to be more specific, but he didn’t want to talk or be more detailed. He just kept saying «keep driving.»
So after 4 more visits to this place and putting another 500 miles on my car, it still didn’t pass. I called the dealer and they said «drive it for 10 miles at 60mph», which worked.
Conclusion: false advice is worse than no advice.
this guy’s lack of knowledge and terrible advice cost me more than 10 hours for this simple task. In the beginning, All he had to say was, «it didn’t pass, here’s the issue, call the dealer» but instead he pretended he knew what he was talking about gave me the wrong advice, which ended up costing me more money in gas and time… I’m now at the DMV waiting to pick up my tags because the inspection took so long.
There are a lot of smog inspection places out there. I don’t recommend this one.

Getting a smog check here was so easy and fast!
I pulled in without an appointment but they took me in right away.
I left my car here to get checked while I got lunch, they called me as soon as it was ready, and I was on my way. The whole process was so simple and hassle free!
Let them know you have checked out their website or Unilocal page for a $ 10 discount

SIMPLE!
Make an appointment on-​line.
Show up on-​time. Pull right in, they’re ready for you!
Go sit in a comfortable chair the waiting room that contains lots of magazines.
Fall asleep (I did).
20 minutes later, your car is done!
And it costs $ 50 because you said you saw them on Unilocal.
This was, without a doubt, the fastest and simplest smog check I’ve ever had!

The best and most efficient place in Los Angeles to get your smog check done. Last night I booked an appointment for first thing 8 AM this morning, and when I drove in, he was already waiting for me. Literally waiting. I rolled down my window when I pulled up and said I was here for my smog check and he said he knew and was expecting me! Service was super quick, I waited in the office for less than 30 mins (no wait time, obviously) and went on my way shortly thereafter. He also applied the website discount before I even asked, making the total price a very reasonable 50 bucks. I’m having my smog checks done here, going forward.

Amazing! I booked online appt which was fast and easy. My appt was for 11 but after running errands I somehow ended up getting there 30 min early. Luckily no one was there given it is a Sunday after Christmas, and I was on my way home at 11:03.
The waiting room/​office only had three 3 chairs, but they were all empty so I was able to sit inside and wait. Lots of magazines scattered on a table if your cellphone is dead.
I will definitely be back here for my next smog test!

Very efficient service here. My smog check was a breeze. This was my first since moving to LA. It took maybe thirty minutes but they started working on my car right away since I reserved online. They explained what I needed to do with me to the dmv too since I was also registering my car which was nice.
The waiting area is like in someone’s office next to the garage. The guy also gave me the 10 dollar discount even without actually mentioning the website which was nice. Maybe that’s what happens when you reserve online?

Super convenient Sunday appointments that can be booked online. Pricing was clear. Real nice guy who runs the place. Highly recommend. In and out in 15 minutes.

Super fast smog check and great service! Came in on a Saturday morning without an appointment and my car was finished is less than half an hour. Highly recommended.

Really good place to go for a smog check. I got an appt. same morning I called. Got their discount for reading the web site too. They were very nice to an old lady & the whole thing took about ½ hour. By the time I got home (15 minutes later) I could register my car — all the paper work from them was sent in to the DMV. I really do recommend them!
Diane S.

RECOMMENDED!
Super convenient online booking system. Nice and approachable staff. Quick service. Reasonable charge.

Great service! Made an appointment, and everything was super smooth!

Fast, efficient, professional, no BS
Thats what we want !
Thanks A1

There’s no doubt that David runs an excellent shop. His Internet appointment scheduling is innovative and highly convenient. He is an expert on the older German cars. This is very rare among most smog centers.
I do not plan on using any other smog center going forward.

Super fast smog for my WRX, very nice and professional. Make sure David is there.
I waited only about 10 minutes while he did his inspection and test. No fuss!

I believe David was the gentleman who took care of my smog check on my 2005 Toyota Prius. I made a reservation through their website to arrive at 8:30 AM and he was already there waiting for me. I forgot my DMV renewal notice, but he said it wasn’t a problem and set about getting the smog check done. He was on the phone the whole time but was done in about 20 minutes. He let me know that he already posted the results to the DMV and that I would just have to pay the registration online. $ 50.00 and done. No hassles. Will be back next time I need to get it checked again.

Maybe 4.5 stars because he was really fast and the appointment system online was easy to use and helpful, and I did get $ 10 off for mentioning their website.
My car is really old but still passes smog checks with flying colors, but the DMV is already charging me so much to get my registration every year, so I get pretty pissed when I have to pay extra for a smog check, and honestly I don’t understand why it would cost $ 70 for 15 – 30 minutes of labor. I know car mechanics work really hard, but with everyone writing «I paid $ 50» on Unilocal,and me being totally broke right now, I definitely wasn’t happy when I had to pay more than the average customer.

Undoubtedly the best place in LA to go for your smog testing.
1. The on-​line booking system is extremely convenient and works shockingly well
2. The men who run this place are some of the most honest businessmen in all of southern california. I brought my 2007 hybrid there for a smog test and had problems with the OBD– in other words the car did not pass the first time around. Rather than charging me, the owner said, the car is not ready… drive it some more then come back. I was confused by the answer initially but he told me the system needed more information to complete the diagnostic testing. This was the same answer I found when researching the matter on the web. I actually did this 2 more times and the care still did not pass. Again– I was NOT charged for his time and services. I brought the car to the dealer and after having the matter addressed (another problem altogether), the OBD was reset and I brought the car back. He did a precheck then said, it would pass and did the test right then and there. It took less than 30 minutes and I was on the way.
I grew up in the midwest and have been very accustomed to neighborhood type service with a high level of honesty. This is some of the most honest and efficient service I have had since I have moved to California. Knowing you are dealing with good and honest people cannot be underemphasized.
honestly– if you are worried about being treated fairly: come here.

Made an appointment online the day before and the owner was waiting for me when I pulled up. He couldn’t have been nicer. I waited in the Body Shop next door and was in and out in 20 minutes. Charged me $ 50 which is less than I paid a few years ago at a different place. Highly recommend!!!

I procrastinated my smog check until 2 days before it was due but A1 made the whole process painless. I booked online for a same day Sunday appointment, arrived 10 mins early and there was no one in front of me so he took my paperwork and started right away. He said he’d be done in 20 mins and wasn’t kidding– he started at 1:22 and I drove away at 1:42. Price was $ 55 (my receipt said $ 65 with a $ 10 discount). Note to cash customers– he doesn’t have change. I only had $ 20s but was happy with the service so I gave him $ 60 and went on my way.

I loved David. His service is great and he is a honest man, and very patient. I would recommend his service to anyone!