Smog Plus Plus

Stopped by here on a referral from my mechanic to get a new catalytic converter. The owner checked my car, said the reason I had not passed smog was that the current converter was the wrong one and so wore out faster than normal and gave me a quote for a new one. After a quick check I determined the price was on the low end so decided to do it.
He said he could do it right away and 90 minutes later I had a new one installed. They also do smog checks here but are not STAR certified, which my vehicle required, so wasn’t able to finish that part there, but no matter.
Always good to find a no nonsense repair shop. It’s in the alley parallel to Pico just off Fairfax. Can’t see it from Pico.

Got a smog test done here. Everything went fine. The guy did that grunting thing where he would point at things and like grunt instead of saying something. «Oh, I’m supposed to sign here, got it»
Not sure if it was a language barrier or if maybe he just didn’t want to expend the energy to do the actual talking thing. Fortunately it’s a smog test, not a consult with the brain surgeon.

Had my smog check done here this morning. There was no wait time and I was in and out within 10 minutes. Why can’t all car places be so efficient? Friendly service as well.

This place is now my go-​to auto place for any service they offer.
I called the day before I came to get an estimate on an oil change and star– certified smog check since my car isn’t registered yet. Sam (I think he owns the joint) answered my questions and was courteous to let me know that the guy that does the oil wasn’t there that day.
I went in the next day and became nervous because it’s such a tiny place. If you can’t drive, come in slowly or let one of them pull in your car for you. The alley entrance is a bit cramped. I was helped fairly quickly by a sweet man who offered me a cold water bottle. He got to work on my oil change and then I met Sam. He is a bit older and walked around observing everything done to my car; he’s very quiet which may come off as impersonal, but he’s just about business which I don’t mind at all. The people calling him rude and an asshole probably want some bubbly car man that caters to their every need. I just want the shit done to my car to be good and affordable. Besides, Sam isn’t mean; just QUIET.
I was shocked her remembered talking to me the day before. He honored the $ 5 dollar off discount that’s on their website and my car passed the smog inspection. I was up close and personal during the oil change and saw that it was done very well.
I’m definitely coming here for my brakes and will be coming here for my oil changes. Having said that, I recommend it.

I went in to get my car smogged, there is no one waiting and refused to do the smog because he is to tired. #asshole

Sam is a quiet man but gets right to work. No wait! Worth my time and money! Thanks Sam.

I have been going to Sam for several years now with my Volkswagen Golf and also my previous Volkswagen Golf. As a girl it is always tough to find a trustworthy mechanic who is honest. Sam is very quiet, calm and sweet. He has ALWAYS helped me in emergencies and always fixes my car. He is very knowledgeable, honest, and affordable. Other mechanics have taken advantage of me in the past. They tell you a small problem is thousands of dollars but Sam will do whatever it takes to make his client walk away with a big smile on their face. He always looks out for his client and puts them first. I would highly recommend anyone to go to Sam and can promise you that you will keep going back to him. :) He is truly THE BEST!!!

Simple, quick & professional. Sam is a quiet guy but professional and all business. Was in & out in 20 min. Place located on the corner or Pico & Fairfax. Entrance to the shop is through the alley off of Fairfax just south of Pico.

Quick service with no wait! Guy running station was fine, seemed nice enough to me. No frills, sure… but one of the few places open for smog checks after 5pm during the week.

The Smog guy was nice enough. He was a quiet man who got down to business. The place has no real waiting area and I walked the block for the 30 mins of testing. This is a no-​frills, get you in and then gone ASAP place. I would go back for the same smog when next the CA DMV tells me I must.

Sam is extremely rude. I would never wish this nightmare of an experience on my worst enemy. I hope this place goes out of business

Very quick and friendly service! I needed a smog check to renew my registration and I’m glad I happened to drive by this place. The certificate was also electronically sent to DMV so I don’t have to bother with mailing anything :-)

This place made my first smog check experience super easy and chill. I went on a Friday morning and there was no wait. It was $ 50, and took under 15 minutes.