USC SMOG Test-Only Center

so fast and the service is so friendly! in a sketch area but the guy that owns/​operates it is the sweetest. takes about 10 minutes. def would recommend going here!

It was super speedy and the technician was sweet! Right down the street from the DMV, too, I went right over before my appointment and they had it done for me in about 10 minutes. Great spot.

USC STUDENTS: this is the place you need to go to get a SMOG test. The owner is so nice and genuinely cares about your business. I paid $ 40 for my Honda Element and it was done in no time.

I called some places around the area requesting quotes and this spot had the best deal. I paid $ 40 cash (for a Honda hybrid) and had my smog check completed in 5 – 10 minutes. Very happy!

I needed a smog check because my car was old enough to need one and I never done one before. I just went to this place because it was close; however, the experience was great. No one was there and I just pulled up, then the owner just did the smog test right away. It was little less than 10 minutes and $ 40 for my 2008 car. (I think the prices vary for different years and models).
Quick, fast, and easy.

Great place — he had me in and out in 10 minutes mid-​day on a Saturday. He was friendly and his price was cheaper than AAA’s testing center, right across the street (even for AAA members). Will be a repeat customer!

This place is amazing! The service definitely lives up to the reviews. Went in for a smog check and was out of there in 5 minutes. The employee who helped me was also incredibly friendly, making my experience even better!

Came here for the quick turnaround people mention. Unfortunately, his testing machine broke down for a bit — I get it it, these things happen. I’m giving 5* for how he handled it. He was up front with me, told me how long it would take to get it fixed, called me as soon as it was up and running, and dropped $ 10 off the price.
Once the machine was fixed, did take only 10 mins!

Very convenient as it is the closest place to me near usc and also extremely quick. In and out within 10 mins.

Fast, easy service. Place can be a little confusing to find and drive in to but nevertheless I was done in 15 minutes. $ 50 was the price and I don’t mind paying that because other places quoted me more plus this establishment is right down the street from where I live. Win win! I highly recommend!

I am so glad that I finally got this done. It was $ 50 and worth the short amount of time it took for it to get done. I was only there for about 10 minutes and the DMV received the Smog certificate within minutes. I really appreciate it and may use them again next year!

This place rocks! In and out in 10 minutes every time I come here. :) Easy peasy smog testing in downtown LA. Super affordable price at $ 50! They automatically send an electronic smog report to the DMW once you pass the smog test. Beyond worth it. Check em out!

I’ve had experience with bad smoggers, and I was referred by a classmate to this guy. He told me that if my car failed, he would retest for free after repair. Thank god my car passed (2002 corolla)! super nice and funny, no hassle. sent my stuff to the dmv, and I was out the door in 30 min

This place was fabulous! I had my plates stolen so had to do my SMOG and registration all in a rush. He was fast and efficient and very nice. I’ll be going here from now on. Plus I got into AAA in time.

Great service: the asian guy was quick and very friendly!
Price: it’s $ 50, on the higher end, I’ve could’ve gotten it between $ 30 – 40. But it’s convenient and next to school. Plus they send your stuff electronically to the DMV.

Fast service– while you wait and priced the same as everywhere else. just happens to be close to work.

With a new (used) car comes the mandatory title transfer, registration, and smog test. I figured I would go to the AAA auto-​club to skip the hell known as the DMV. Unfortunately their smoke test center closes at 4:15pm, and it costs 60 bucks. Found this place through Unilocal and it was only a couple blocks away.
I was in and out in less than 10 minutes, it only cost me $ 50 dollars, and the Asian guy was super friendly.
If you are anywhere near DTLA, come here to get your car smogged.

No appointment, showed up, greeted right away and out in 10 minutes. Wonderful customer experience… super friendly!

When the registration renewal letter comes from the DMV every 2 years and I have to get a smog check for my baby, I always come here.
Being a Bruin, I was hesitant to go to a shop with USC in the name, but all the Unilocal reviews were stellar, the pricing was very competitive ($ 50), and the owner submits the results automatically to the DMV for you. I’m glad I could overcome my school-​rivalry and find this gem of a shop.
Top reasons to go here:
1) Never too busy, no appointment needed
2) Owner is so nice (and his daughter went to UCLA! GO BRUINS!), informative, quick, and friendly
3) Quick service: in and out in 15 minutes
4) Located right in the middle of trojan food territory — cup o’joy boba, chanos tacos, la taquiza #2 for muletas… perfect place to grab a bite while you wait! car will be done before you are back
5) When the car is done, the owner so sincerely and honestly just says «Thanks! See you in 2 years!». He knows his business is solid, good, and just wants to leave each customer happy.

Drove up Wednesday afternoon.
Was told it would be about 30 minutes. Went across the street to La Taquiza for a Muleta, walked back after 25 minutes.
My car was ready!
Signed a paper, paid the $ 50 and away I went. Awesome.