Rosemead Smog Check Test Only Center

I came here twice. First time was with my 99 Camry which everything was great. Fast, cheap and it got the job done.
Now fast forwarding a couple years, I brought in my 99 accord and the old man who was working there messed up my driver side door lock. Somehow he managed to push in the lock while closing the door? And it stayed stuck. When I came in, everything working fine. Handed him the keys and then I waited. When I got the car back. My driver side door wouldn’t open even if the locks switch inside is in it’s open position. Used Keys and keyless entries but didn’t work either. Like wtf?! I told him and he said it wasn’t his problem and that I just had bad luck cause he didn’t cause it…
At that point I was soo pissed off. I called my trusty mechanic and he came over to check it out. He said the latch inside the door was broken, cause by being pushed in while the door was being slammed shut.
Overall I had to spend about 200 for the door to get fixed… And he didn’t even apologized for breaking my door. Never coming back to this place again.
In the end, this place is cheap and quick. However keep an eye on him while he works on your car or else you might end up in the same situation as me. He’ll break your car and deny any accusation that it was his fault. He’ll blame your car and say «not my problem.»

3.5 stars. $ 40 smog checks– pretty cheap from what I hear. They are pretty efficient and they get you in and out. Plus, they take care of all the paperwork. They don’t really talk much or really tell you what they’re doing, which I don’t like, but that might just a language barrier issue.

I’ve been going here since around 2005. It’s my regular smog place. The price is fairly low, and my cars generally pass. One time, I had to replace my cat because it was aftermarket with no ID number on it. I replaced it at a nearby cat shop and came back, and it passed. There was no retest fee. So, I guess he plays it by the book. My main reason for the high rating is that he has a decent seating area and the owner has a pleasant manner.
I have checked with DMV and they area a STAR station.

Very good experience. Quote was $ 40 and that’s what I paid. Will come back with my other cars when they are up for smog.

I’ve been coming here for a couple of years now with about three different cars. The first round for all three cars had no problem passing. It’s a one man shop and it’s not really crowded on the busiest day but steady amount of people to keep him busy throughout the day. I would have to warn you, this guy is strictly by the book. maybe a little too close to the book so let me tell you why.
Yes, all my cars passed the first round. I’ve had my cars long enough to bring them back every two years but I started having problems with one of my cars that is older than 1995 which you get a higher price of $ 39.95 + certificate charge. It’s $ 35.95 for any cars after 1995 which isn’t too bad, very competitive for the price. Once my car started having problems, it had problems passing. Instead of going all the way out to Upland where all they do is hook it up and pass you just the emissions. At least that is what I figured all you have to do. This guy, he failed me like a tough English teacher didn’t like your term paper. (which I wish you can turn in your Unilocal review as your assignment).
I had no idea what a PCV vavle and breather tube really is which he didn’t have to point out or even recommend what to fix. Which I appreciate. I believe on this station, he can mark it FAILED right on the check list and that is a requirement you need to fix and come back for your free test. The part I couldn’t find anywhere at the local auto parts places like PepBoys or AutoZone which they all recommended for me to go to the dealer for this specific part. That part cost me $ 40 before tax, fucking dealers cost.
I brought the car back and he hooks up the car and tests it again. I don’t remember and he doesn’t remember if the «engine service rec’d soon» light was on before or after he hooked it up. There is a check mark on the process that he FAILED me on so I didn’t get my smog check done. Emissions are well within requirements by the state. WTF!!! is the most appropriate response at this point.
Guess what, I’m not bringing any of my cars back to this guy. I have another place I prefer to go to that doesn’t hassle me this much just to get my car registration tags. I feel like I’m getting picked on for no fucking reason even though I know you’re going to tell me it’s great to finally have someone go strictly by the book. This guy will take your money like any other business pass or fail. Just take this as a warning but I’m sure you’re an adult that can make up your own mind. If your car doesn’t have any problems, all you need is 20 minutes to have this guy hook up your car for the test and you’ll be on your way. I’m just going to a different place since this guy hasn’t been so friendly the last three visits to me. The three stars are generous at this point.