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Smog Hut Star Station - Smog Check and Registration
1394 N 4th St #3, San Jose, CA 95112, United States
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Review β„–1

Found them in 2018 when my newly acquired old car needed smog. Since then, I return every year because my newer car needs smog too. Very knowledgeable, efficient, and patient staff!Yesterday I drove over excitedly after fixing a vacuum leak that led to cylinder misfiring and threw codes (which I was able to clear.) They advised me to drive the car for at least 100 miles otherwise it would fail the test. It took them multiple tries before I finally understood that the distance would create new data to be read for testing purposes. I hope I am the only idiot they have to work with this month.Round trip to Salinas this morning took care of it. In 6 months I will be back with the old car. πŸ‹

Ma
Review β„–2

Service was fast and mechanics were friendly. They even do registration services if you need yours printed right away!

Vi
Review β„–3

Really quick and professional service. Smog check costs $49 with coupon.

Bo
Review β„–4

So today would have been my third smog test for my 1999 Corvette at this place. They were courteous, professional, helpful and expedient. Recommended!

Li
Review β„–5

First time there!!! I paid my registration fees at the kiosk but was told I need a smog. Went to Smog Hut without an appointment and met Joe. Who started immediately and said it would be about 15mins. We walked across the street to La Victorias, got some lunch and when we came back Hugo told me with a smile its passing πŸ˜„ I could have gotten a smog check somewhere else for less money but I was also given my 2021 sticker right there!!!! Winner, winner, chicken dinner!!!! Thanks Hugo and Joe!!! Top notch customer service!!!!!

Ge
Review β„–6

Very polite and efficient. Recommended.

Al
Review β„–7

This place was great!! The employees were super nice and helpful. I had called the morning of just to check if an appointment was needed (no appointment needed) I arrived later that day around 4pm and my car was in cue for a few minutes and the smog check itself was about 10-15 minutes. I also got my registration renewed here. Prices are great here. Highly recommend them!

An
Review β„–8

Amazing service - fast, professional and extremely helpful. After having a terrible time attempting to register from out-of-state for the first time at the DMV and failing to get any help, I took a chance on Smog Hut and I’m so glad I did. In and out in 20 minutes, very kind and even put the plates on. Absolutely worth the extra fee just to get it all done in one place, stress-free. I’ll definitely be back! :) Thank you guys so much again!

Ho
Review β„–9

Excellent and knowledgeable service technician. Will return.

An
Review β„–10

Excellent service, even got the Yelp discount without asking. Highly recommended.

Ov
Review β„–11

One of few places to smog an Rv. No fuss no muss, good service.

De
Review β„–12

The guys at Smog Hut Star Station were outstanding. They were fast, efficient and courteous. They even renewed my registration at the same time as my smog check. Great job!

C
Review β„–13

I felt I was ripe off. They told me its $49 with the coupon even they posted $49 smog check price on Google Business. Basically the coupon was useless and the reviews here made me sort of doubted its trustworthy. In terms of speed, I had gone to many smog check stations, they were all similar.

An
Review β„–14

Legit spot. In and out with no hassle and they even offer dmv services so you can get smogged and get tags all in one place.

Jo
Review β„–15

Fast, friendly, and convenient. Not much more to ask for in a smog check.

Da
Review β„–16

This is a great place to go for your first time owning a car. Fast,great service, great prices. Definitely coming back.

Dh
Review β„–17

Very quick and reasonable rates.

El
Review β„–18

Fast and very convenient. You can also get yours Stickers here too as well

Th
Review β„–19

Fantastic service and speed. Straight forward great pricing. Very friendly staff. Have done my last 3 smogs here. Its the only place Id go. Highly recommended.

Je
Review β„–20

No appointment needed, the whole process took about 25 minutes. Would definitely use them again.

Ca
Review β„–21

The best place ever I did my smog bought my tags and received all in about 30 minutes or less 5 stats here

Pi
Review β„–22

Nice and quick. Same price as I got from the call.

Od
Review β„–23

This place is the best. THank You Gurpreet and Bhinda.

Ta
Review β„–24

In and out. Fast service.

Fl
Review β„–25

Did a great job..

Bh
Review β„–26

This is a good place to get all your requirements about smog and registration.Smog check was around 50$ which I think has gone expensive all around.Registration on spot was 30$- which I did not take as it seemed expensive to me and would just wait for dmv to send me the same.

Ji
Review β„–27

Very professional and quick service. Got everything done in a short time!

St
Review β„–28

I stopped in one morning on my way to work. The service was good. They were able to fit me in and smog my car quickly, and the smog was competitively priced.

Ki
Review β„–29

Very friendly and helpful. Does their best to service needs and offer assistance.

Ba
Review β„–30

Best smog experience, highly recommended.

Li
Review β„–31

Love this business. They take car of my family. Nice that they also can do DMV registration and plates for you on the spot. No lines or short time most days.

Re
Review β„–32

Very quick service.

Ju
Review β„–33

Excellent service and quickly. Also they count with coupons in their web page.

Je
Review β„–34

I dropped in on a Wednesday morning without an appointment. Even though they were working on two cars ahead of me, I was in and out in 20 minutes. Prices are reasonable, especially with the discount provided on their website. The two people I talked to there (probably the owners? I dont know) were polite and pleasant.

Su
Review β„–35

Great service and location. Its nearby my work and only took about 8 minutes to get there. My car was serviced immediately only took about 20 minutes. I was able to grab lunch and get my car serviced all during my lunch hour. Great customer service. Highly recommended!

Ch
Review β„–36

Personnel extremely competent and friendly. Lots of room for parking and they are fast and efficient.

Al
Review β„–37

Fast, affordable, and very friendlyThe best smog shop so far

He
Review β„–38

I was in CA to help my son move to a new job from out of state. The Smog Hut took care of all steps in transferring the car title and getting CA plates. He even put the plates on the car for us. I was so relieved for an easy and quick process. The staff person was terrific and very helpful. Worth the fee to avoid the DMV.

Ri
Review β„–39

Fair smog priceFriendly service

ca
Review β„–40

If your car should pass do NOT send it here.If your car may not pass do NOT send it here for sure.Still like to try?Good luck. You will need it !How do I know?Because I paid for it!

Li
Review β„–41

Call in earlier to get a recommended time in so I dont need to wait. In fact, he has two spots in the shop. So i arrived a little early but was greeted into the check point right away. Then everything else is just as great as other reviews! In and out 15 minutes, great job!

Ku
Review β„–42

I saw this place off the road. The owner is a super nice guy. He explained his services some things I had no idea smog places could do... During the smog I was able to sit in the waiting room and catch up on messages. It was done fairly quick and I was right back out the door. Ended up taking my wife and sisters car here as well. 2 thumbs up!!

An
Review β„–43

Fast ,honest pricing one stop smog and dmv service in under an hour

Da
Review β„–44

Fast and friendly business. I would recommend them.

At
Review β„–45

Great place! Transferred my out-of-state registration/title (and smog test) in 30 mins! They did all the forms and stuff! Got the license plates right there! Saved me all the hassle of going to DMV!

Ja
Review β„–46

Good customer service. straightforward and honest.

He
Review β„–47

This place was great, got my car in and out in 20 minutes. Great service and really friendly people.Ladies be careful about sharing your phone number in the lobby if other people are present , some creep typed it in and started harrassing me.

De
Review β„–48

Preet was affable and extremely helpful in getting my smog certificate -- he helped me out to diagnose why my cars check engine light was on, and once that was addressed he kindly ran the test. There was no line and I was in and out in less than 10 minutes. I would give him more stars, but Google taps out at 5 -- highly recommended!

Ki
Review β„–49

Great experience. Very knowledgeable owner who was able to fit me in without an appointment. He gave great advice on my car and the entire emissions testing process. I would highly, highly recommend this place to anyone!

He
Review β„–50

This was a wonderful experience. I called about location and service and the representative gave me info on a coupon that saved me $10. Everyone at SmogHut was professional and had a great attitude to customer service. I will use them again and recommend them to friends, family and coworkers. Good Job!

Ke
Review β„–51

Most highly recommended. Great shop, great staff. Fast, efficient, with no BS. Smogged, registered, and out the door in 20 minutes. Price is right too!!!

Pa
Review β„–52

I got a $10 coupon off google for this place and went in to get the smog check done. Got greeted by a gentleman with a smile upon walking in and he got the job done quickly and efficiently. Happy camper here and will definitely return for all Smog needs.

Da
Review β„–53

Fast Good Service....Very Fair Prices.....

Sa
Review β„–54

Honest people. I came in for a smog test with a registration renewal but they read the paper and let me know I didn’t need one. I’ll be back in the future when I *actually* need a smog test.

Le
Review β„–55

I had a good experience here. I brought in an older car for a smog test. I was in and out. Good service. Nice people.

Ju
Review β„–56

Super fast, super easy. Brought my dad’s 1997 Viper GTS to get smogged. In and out. They took care of us and got us on our way.

Je
Review β„–57

Great smog shop. The owner is very friendly and honest! He has definitely won all my future business. Told my family to start going there too!

Py
Review β„–58

I like the no frill enviroment and efficiency of the process.

Ad
Review β„–59

Owner is awesome and very helpful. He gets the job done fast and often offers coupons for first time customers. Check out this place if you want fast, efficient and affordable smog checks!

Yv
Review β„–60

Great guy! quick And fast.

Ve
Review β„–61

Quick and easy process end to end. Highly recommended as customer service was great! No lines and great service.

Ch
Review β„–62

Came here and they were super quick and efficient. I went around 8:40 and left at 9:20 (because there was another person ahead of me) so it basically only took 20 minutes. I would recommend this place.

Da
Review β„–63

I came in to register my car from NY and get California license plates. With a very friendly explanation of what needed to be done, I got a smog check, registration, and new plates all within 30 minutes.Highly recommended.

c
Review β„–64

Literally just got my smog done there.EfficientFastNo BS ServiceHonored my discount coupon.Highly recommended!

pr
Review β„–65

Last time I️ went for smog check people was there very friendly , my smog test was done buy few minutes I️ can say quick and fast smog test ever I️ done. And I️ did my paper work there as well I️ think owner is the one who help for that. Keep it up guys πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

Ga
Review β„–66

Super fast, friendly. My older car requires a Star SMOG Test. Over the phone this shop quoted me a better price than other places within a similar driving radius from north DTSJ. They charged me the quoted amount, which was consistent with their websites schedule of prices. I needed to replace a gas cap; they showed me why and directed me to the parts store 100 yards away, and said theyd wait while I bought the part. Bonuses: sits cater-corner to a newer La Victoria Taqueria and a bowling alley, and (as mentioned) within quick walking distance of an auto parts store.

Da
Review β„–67

Helpful and friendly, no BS. That’s what you need.

Ru
Review β„–68

Fast, friendly service on a Friday morning - okay, so the 06 car didnt pass smog, but I have the printout with exactly what to have my mechanic look for. Will be back to pass as soon as I get some work done on it!

Ti
Review β„–69

Young people, nice and honest. Feel good. Really fast and efficient.

Tr
Review β„–70

I greatly a-Preet-ciate this place! Jokes aside though, Preet and the gentleman helping at the front desk were both very friendly and got my late registration fees taken care of within 5 minutes. I absolutely will never step near a DMV again for registration. Smog Hut Star Station just earned a customer for life.

Re
Review β„–71

I was here two years ago and i am going back tomorrow 5.26.18,time flies, time to do the smog test again, this place highly recommended, the manager is friendly his name is Preet Gillon his honesty is the best fast and reluable easy,walk in,

Tr
Review β„–72

Smog Hut makes getting a smog quick and enjoyable. Yes, you heard that right, enjoyable. Preet and his teammate are an amazing duo and they are the best at getting the job done efficiently.I brought in my car to get smogged, and I was warmly greeted and was immediately provided service. As I waited in the wait room, there were other cars that completed smog. Those that passed were issued a pass cert, and those that failed, Preet explained in a professional and friendly manner on what occurred.As a bonus, you can get your tags immediately if you request the service, which is an additional charge, before the smog.Overall, I highly recommend Smog Hut for their super friendly service. I will be back in 2 years time.

Ni
Review β„–73

Exceptional service at the Smog Hut. My car has its check engine light on and is sometimes a challenge to get through the test. Pri was an expert at guiding me through the process!Thanks!

La
Review β„–74

Fast service. Nice guy very helpful. Told me what to do to fix my wifes Honda to pass smog.

Ha
Review β„–75

I got a notice from DMV to get a smog check done from a STAR Certified Smog station. After calling few stations with no luck, I called Smog Hut and they told me that they are a STAR Smog Check Station. I went in the next morning before work at 8 am and the gentleman there was able to get me in and out fairly quickly.

Ja
Review β„–76

Best smog place Ive been to for all my vehicles. Used to go to random spots and had hit/miss experiences. Preet (I think his name is) is easy to work with and no hassle. Usually it is really quick as well! He told me he was also doing DMV paperwork now so this I will definitely be going there instead of trying to get an appointment at the DMV.The waiting room isnt very exciting but with his quick service you wont be spending much time in it.

Fe
Review β„–77

I did not have an actual appointment, I knew I should have; but even with that and having to wait for two other customers, my car was done in about one hour.Not only fast but good customer service, Ill come back here again (with an appointment this time)...

Ho
Review β„–78

A very friendly guy and he had me in and out for a smog check fairly quickly. Great service, will definitely recommend to friends.

De
Review β„–79

Was looking for a San Jose smog check station and called around and found this place, They seemed nicer and was closer to me. They were fast and hardly no wait!

Ji
Review β„–80

Very nice and friendly staff and great service. I visited on Saturday for smog check and out of state registration. No need for an appointment. It took me less than 30 minutes to finish all those. It would cost you forty or fifty bucks more than dmv but its service is worth the money. No need to wait in a long line in dmv and to deal with the sloth-like people in dmv.

pa
Review β„–81

I got my car smogged 2 years in a row here. The service is great and I was in and out in 10-15 min.The customer service is great and I would recommend everyone to get there car smogged here.

Fa
Review β„–82

Man ill start by saying by far is the best place i been to smog my truck honestly kind person quick service i will recommend everyone to give it a try you wont be disappointed just took care of smog and dmv dues whit in a hr affordable prices and great to know theres still honesty in peopleThanks Preet best of luck with business man

ed
Review β„–83

VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. IVE TAKEN BOTH MY VEHICLES, AND REFERRED A COUPLE MORE. WILL GO HERE IN THE FUTURE.

Mi
Review β„–84

Very informative and awesome customer service!

Je
Review β„–85

Appointment went really fast, probably didn’t take more than 15 minutes. Would recommend to anyone looking for a smog test

Ab
Review β„–86

I exchanged emails with Preet, along with a couple phone calls, in order to determine what I had to do for a brand new out of state vehicle purchase. He was super knowledgeable, extremely helpful, and knew exactly how to take care of my potentially unique situation. Getting in and out of his locations parking lot was easy (great for cars that are very low to the ground), and finding his shop wasnt hard either.Preet was accommodating, helpful, and got me taken care of without a hassle. He also does VIN Verifications for out of state purchases, so it saved me a trip to the DMV, and a long wait in line.Hes also experienced with dealing with sports cars, super cars, exotics, etc., so thats yet another point in his favor as hes comfortable around such vehicles. Preet is my Go To guy for CA Smog -- I cant trust anyone else with my car(s).

Qi
Review β„–87

It’s fast and efficient! Highly recommend it!

Ma
Review β„–88

Excellent service

Am
Review β„–89

First time here and i loved it absolutely coming back there really fast..

lu
Review β„–90

Went there to have my 97 4runner for a smog test and the guy name Harpal was so nice and friendly and I was in and out in 20 minutes. Recommended star smog station.

Ca
Review β„–91

Great experience! Super fast and nice owner :)

Ja
Review β„–92

The owner was incredibly nice and helpful and got my tags and registration done in a jiffy!If you want the longer scoop, I was in the middle of DMV hell, and this guy saved me!

He
Review β„–93

Simple, quick, clean

Pa
Review β„–94

Awesome staff. Efficient and cost effective.

To
Review β„–95

Good and quick service for a great price

Mr
Review β„–96

This guy saves me so much hassle and time and money cant recommend more!! Always going to preet from now on thanks man

Pe
Review β„–97

Very good service πŸ‘

Je
Review β„–98

Great and fast service and great guy to work with!

Ph
Review β„–99

Quick and friendly service

Wh
Review β„–100

STAY AWAY. BAIT AND SWITCH, THEY QUOTE YOU ONE PRICE OVER THE PHONE THEN UP IT WHEN YOU SHOW. THERE ARE PLENTY OF HONEST SMOG SHOPS, THIS ISNT ONE

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  • Address:1394 N 4th St #3, San Jose, CA 95112, United States
  • Site:https://www.starsmogchecksanjose.com/?utm_source=GMBListing&utm_medium=Organic
  • Phone:+1 408-451-7000
Categories
  • Auto tag agency
  • Smog inspection station
  • Department of motor vehicles
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–5pm
  • Tuesday:9am–5pm
  • Wednesday:9am–5pm
  • Thursday:9am–4pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:9am–5pm
  • Sunday:9am–5pm
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