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Emissions Testing & Smog Check in San Luis Obispo, CA

24 listed · 18 in San Luis Obispo · 20 rated 4.5+

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Wrona's Quality Auto Repair

Wrona's Quality Auto Repair

(48)
  • Price
  • Honest
  • Work
“I've been a few times now for basic car services (SMOG, Oil change, key battery swap) and the Wrona's team has been extremely helpful, timely, and always upfront with repair costs/quotes.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1995
109 South St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Auto Experts

Auto Experts

(47)
  • Smog
  • Team
  • Diagnosis
“Services General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Engine repair, Vehicle Inspection, Auto emissions testing, Vehicle safety inspection, Oil change, Service not listed”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1996
540 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Absolute Auto Tech

Absolute Auto Tech

(38)
Preventative Maintenance, Repair Services
“I had my last car for far longer than most people ever own a car and not only did the team at Absolute keep it running, and running well, they also helped me figure out what items could wait vs the urgent matters, since money was often tight when I w...”
ASE Certified
Family Business
Accepts Cash, Check, All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2001
805 Capitolio Way, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Complete Automotive

Complete Automotive

(50)
Brake Inspections and Replacement, Electrical System Diagnosis and Repair, Steering Repair
“These guys were able to get me in super quick midday yesterday, figured out the problem before they closed, got the part in first thing this morning and I'm back on the road in less than 24 hours for hundreds less than what the dealership was gonna...”
ASE, ASE, ASE, ASE Certified
Coupons & Offers
Accepts Check, Debit, All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2010
273 Tank Farm Rd B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Morin Brothers Automotive

Morin Brothers Automotive

(49)
Air Conditioning/Heating, Computer Diagnostics, Wheel Alignment
“I have had both routine and major maintenance done to multiple Vehicles over the years and have found Morin Brothers to be outstanding in their attention to detail and their honesty and the diagnosis and their general perceptiveness of problems that ...”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 1997
4090 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Dave's Automotive

Dave's Automotive

(42)
  • Smog
  • Job
  • Knowledge
“I had 3 quotes for new brakes and a few different recommendations for what work to get done, but Dave was able to give me straight answers and a much more reasonable price!”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
847 Ricardo Ct, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Area overview: San Luis Obispo, CA

Of the 24 mechanics we list here, 18 are in San Luis Obispo itself and 6 come from Santa Maria (6, 26 mi). Their ratings run from 4.1 to 5.0 across 2,602 reviews; 15 have 50 or more reviews; 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (85%) and value (76%). 2 list staff certifications (ASE); 10 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 5 of their websites at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 gives free estimates; 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 12 of them; 1 publishes a contact page; 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page, from their listings and their own websites; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.

The 24 shops on this page carry out emissions and inspection work in and around San Luis Obispo, CA. What each one says about its station license, hours and retest policy comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

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Four Star Village Auto Services

Four Star Village Auto Services

(42)
“They'll tell you exactly how much something is going to cost, how long you can wait until it should be done with no pressure, and what things you should keep an eye on.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1998
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Todd's Garage For Gas/Electric Vehicles

Todd's Garage For Gas/Electric Vehicles

(49)
  • Mechanic
  • Honest
  • Brake
“He directed me to a local Honda dealership in order to get assistance to have the radio/navigator work again (unplugged as part of process of starter replacement, requiring battery removal for access).”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1980
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Arroyo Grande Import Automotive

Arroyo Grande Import Automotive

(21)
  • Price
  • Fair
  • Mechanic
“Dealership (not in this area) was going to charge over double what Chris is charging us and he's doing it all from a call yesterday from us at the dealership.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1993
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Central Coast Auto Center

Central Coast Auto Center

(38)
Smog and Battery Specialists, And Transmission Service, Catalytic Converters
“They are also always willing to stay after they're technically "closed" to finish up whatever they're working on, and I never feel like they're rushing me through.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1991
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Pismo Beach Automotive

Pismo Beach Automotive

(43)
  • Vacation
  • Stars
  • Metal
“When I told it to Anthony ( he was there to fix another vehicle) and he told me it was a highway robbery and asked me to cancel that and he went another place ~30 miles to get a NEW tire and fixed my car in a very short time.”
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Gutierrez Auto Repair & Detail

Gutierrez Auto Repair & Detail

(16)
  • Price
  • Mechanic
  • Sound
“We stopped by here and although he was not able to repair my vehicle due to a major engine issue and the possibility of warranty being involved, he was professional and courteous from start to finish.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2008
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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BAY Auto & Tire

BAY Auto & Tire

(34)
  • Prices
  • Mechanics
  • Tires
“Positive Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value Services Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment, Oil change”
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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C C Auto

C C Auto

(26)
“The bearded employee (very impressive chin full of whiskers - ZZ Top impressive) has a good sense of humor and makes the experience as entertaining as getting a smog check can be.”
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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A's the Other Guys Garage

A's the Other Guys Garage

(26)
  • Abraham
  • Diagnosed
  • Town
“I had been searching for a mechanic (for what felt like my whole life) that didn't treat me like an idiot and try and charge me 10x what it actually costs, and I'm so glad I found that in Abe!”
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Louie's Auto Clinic

Louie's Auto Clinic

(14)
  • Mechanic
“Great owner who let's you know what's going on and gets you running again for a fair price.”
In Business Since 1997
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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C & J Automotive

C & J Automotive

(14)
  • Mechanic
  • Work
  • Truck
“I was in a bind and needed my brakes and rotors replaced ASAP, they were in terrible condition and Jim had my car in and out in an hour.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1990
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Back On the Road Automobile Repair Inc.

Back On the Road Automobile Repair Inc.

(13)
  • RV
  • 2005
  • Pricing
“Services General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Engine repair, Vehicle Inspection, Brakes, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Oil change”
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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L and L Customs Automotive Repair Shop

L and L Customs Automotive Repair Shop

(5)
“I went to other mechanic shops and was treated rudely, given vague time frames on when to expect my car to be fixed, and given all kinds of "diagnostic charges" upwards of over 100 dollars just to see what the problem is.”
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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Uncle Tony's Auto

Uncle Tony's Auto

(2)
“I'll never take my vehicles anywhere else.”
Serving San Luis Obispo Area
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The Auto Shop

The Auto Shop

(45)
  • Smog
  • Job
  • Vehicles
“Often,when it comes to choosing the right mechanic you want honest,dependability affordability and the Auto Shop has excellent service, went above and beyond to provide same day repair and very affordable.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2007
1258 W Betteravia Rd Suite A, Santa Maria, CA
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Pacific Smog & Lube

Pacific Smog & Lube

(46)
Oil Change
“He is a very hardworking man and is very honest with the customers about what they need to do if they don't pass the smog test like getting a full tune up etc.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
501 S Broadway, Santa Maria, CA
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Transmissions For Less

Transmissions For Less

(33)
“It was a relatively straightforward process (swapping out rear end) but turned out to be a bit tricky because of the limited amount of information they had on a used part I replaced it with.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2002
2254 S Oakley Ave, Santa Maria, CA
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Main Automotive

Main Automotive

(34)
“Yes, I highly recommend this place, they speak truthfully and if something unexpected arises, they speak to the customer, there is communication and respect.”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2010
1130 W Main St, Santa Maria, CA
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Can I use a station outside San Luis Obispo?

Inside your own state, yes. 18 of the 24 shops here are in San Luis Obispo and the rest are the nearest listed, shown with their own city. Crossing a state line does not work, because the test has to be accepted by the state that registers the car.

What customers in San Luis Obispo say about local mechanics

  • “Showed up with no appointment for a smog they took me in they were polite and professional and courteous I was in and out in less than 30 minutes highly recommend them.” — customer of Wrona’s Quality Auto Repair
  • “They were fast and squeezed me in for a smog and I was in and out in a timely manner, not a long wait.” — customer of BAY AUTO & TIRE
  • “Chris is prompt, capable, friendly, and helpful. I had my car smogged and he got me in and out, and clearly explained next steps.” — customer of Arroyo Grande Import Automotive
  • “I wouldn't go anywhere else. For quality of work, transparency, responsiveness and genuine care, you simply cannot do better than Complete Automotive” — customer of Complete Automotive
  • “I’m so mad at myself for not getting his name, but they were so fast and kind and it was a great price for my smog certification!” — customer of Dave’s Automotive

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