Bobby’s Pit Stop

Just had my car smogged here and can’t believe how time-​efficient & friendly this place was. From calling to book a smog appointment, having to re-​schedule for a same day appointment which they gladly accommodated, and checking out, they were on it every step of the way. Bobby’s Pit Stop has perfected the most seamless smog experience. Wish I had come here years ago.

Thoroughly impressed! Top notch service all the way around. Dropped car off, left for an hour, then came back. Car was in exact same spot as when I left it so I thought there was a problem or delay. Nope! Was all finished, right on time. Price was much less than I was quoted by others. Bobby is very friendly and always up for a friendly chat. Top notch!

My favorite place for Smog Check. Always fast and professional, friendly.

Bobby’s Pit Stop is a great company that I have used for many years. Most recently I took my car in because the brakes were making a lot of noise. Bobby’s crew inspected the brakes and found a lot of dust and grit on the rear brakes. I was given full information about two options: replace brakes, pads, drums, etc. now, or have the brakes cleaned and get 15−20K more miles out of the brakes before replacing. The cleaning would be included in the cost of the inspection. Not only did Bobby reassure me that the car was perfectly safe and functional without replacing the brakes, but he also told me that’s the option he and his crew would take if it was their cars.
Integrity should be a bottom line in all businesses, but sadly it isn’t. I appreciate that Bobby’s Pit Stop has once again given me high quality service in perfect integrity.

I’ve been a customer at Bobby’s for probably 20 years– could not be happier! After yesterday’s fiasco at Ocean Honda Bobby took us this morning asap and the car is done. No hassle and I’ve never been up-​sold there EVER.

Two smog checks from these guys and many more. Each time I showed up 5 minutes prior to scheduled appointment to get the necessary paper work out of the way. Paper work done they call the tester and 15 minutes later my smog check is done. None of this crappy someone is ahead of you, or it will be a short wait bull you hear from other smog check places. You’re in, you’re out in 15 mins. Way to go guys!
This time the tester, Robert Huckaby, informed me my tire pressures [yeah part of the smog check is to check tire pressures as a freebie] were running high @ 38 lbs, when Acura recommends 32 lbs. Rightly so but Lloyds Tires AND Michelin state 35 lbs, the 3 extra lbs from heat driving to the shop… no big deal, Robert understood. Robert then asked if I kept loose change in the ash tray. I use to but not anymore was my answer. Robert then stated he found some change that had dropped down into the console and left them on the center console. Now, he could have kept the quarter and two dimes and I wouldn’t have known one bit. But Robert’s honesty is a ten star praise that cannot be overlooked.
Thanks guys, if I ever need work on my Acura I know who to call first.

Your one stop shop for any automotive problems if bobby can’t fix it I would find it hard for anyone else too
I go here for straight answers no bs

love everything about this place justb the best so glad I found them thanks Bobby for being real

Very pleasant staff (no condescension or dismissive attitude), and super quick smog service. I have always been happy with my experience at Bobby’s Pit Stop.

Went in to find out what was wrong with my car was told I needed a new catalytic converter and other work needed was going to be at least 900 to start off I have a Mercedes. Went to different shop vasona park in los Gatos they should me the catalytic converter was not damaged like I was told he said it was damaged on the outside so it was probably needed replacing I paid100 to get exhaust leak fixed big difference from 900 to start

New review a/​o 3÷30÷15:
I gave Bobby’s five stars back in 2013 when they did amazing work on my car the first time I met them. I never looked back. I always took my 1996 Infiniti G20 to them when I wanted competent work and trustworthy service. This place is ultra!
Last week Bobby did not mince words in telling me that my car had come to end of the line and that it was not worth spending any more money on. I appreciated the honest advice.
I’ve told many people about Bobby’s Pit Stop and I’ve been a loyal customer for several years. If I get a another car, I’ll be sure to come here again.

Great service from all the staff. We took several different vehicles in and found Bobbie to be honest and straight forward in his assessment of our car trouble. We will definitely go back!

Unfortunately my experience was not 5 star. I went here because I saw the great reviews on Unilocal (before I knew enough to check the Not Recommended section). I was going on a trip and was concerned about a gouge in one of the tires on the very outer area. All my high-​end off-​road tires were in very good condition otherwise. The owner told me that on a 4 wheel vehicle you must change all tires at once. I naively thought that made sense. Then I asked if I could pick up the 3 good tires later that week and he laughed and said no one keeps their old tires. I immediately realized that was crap, only the very rich leave $ 600 worth of gently used tires behind. I excused myself and called my usual mechanic in the valley – a 5 star high-​end mechanic. He told me I don’t need all new tires. I sent him a pic of the gouge and he said it’s fine because it’s not near the tread that meets the road and to come see him when I get back! I’m still driving on 3 of the same 4 tires with one new one (matched exactly by my gold star mechanic). I saved $ 1000 by leaving Bobby’s Pit Stop. I’ve had 3 other knowledgeable people tell me that this shop was trying to take me for a ride.

Bobby’s Pitstop is like House MD but for cars! They can find the most intricate little problems, problems that other places have been unable to find. Unmatched expertise from start to finish.
It’s worth noting that you get what you pay for. The prices are a little higher than average, but in exchange you’re getting the best diagnostics and repairs available. You only cry Once, when you pay the cost, at Bobby’s Pitstop; you’ll cry everytime your car problem comes back if you shop Anywhere Else! Get it fixed the first time at Bobby’s Pitstop.

I have been going to Bobby’s for about 15 years to get my smog checks.
My cars always pass the smog test first time, and if I have an appointment for say 2:00 pm, They test me at 2:00 pm. so there is no unnecessary waiting around wasting my time.
I will always use Bobby’s for smog checks.
Fast efficient service at a reasonable price.
Thanks guys.

4k for a top end rebuild that when taken to another location it was confirmed they were taking me for a ride. total tune up fixed issue. I won’t be going back to bobbys. keep this in mind when looking into these guys.

These guys were great! I called half an hour before and they got me in and out in half an hour. I went to Marshall’s while I waited. They charged me less than most other places in the area had quoted.

So,
My Horrible experience with King Smog… well is better left unsaid now. I call Holiday smog after I dealt with the fact I’d have to get over the disrespect of Kings. Holiday smog was very weird on the phone. He completely yelled in my ear and went off about the DMV for no reason when all I asked for on the phone was a quote on my make and year. I didn’t even get a price out of him. I took liberty of going to DMV first for my registration, then figuring out a smog place last minute. I call Holiday smog, assuring him (for some reason, is it his business?) That my DMV papers are up to date. I again asked for a quote, and instead of an answer I got another question. Yeah buddy, scoring point here! :/​Womp womp. After he replies, «Um, Didn’t you just call???» With aggravated tone in his voice. Like he hasn’t wasted my time at all having to call back for a basic question!, but instead his with like golden rule. After some back and forth I get a very high quote.
Another dead end… I do not want a hot head who gave me a run around on a high quote working on my car.
So I last minute, as I’m sitting in the DMV parking lot, weighing my options, call Bobby’s Pit Stop. I briefly explain the experience I’m having, (not going into this much detail! hahaha)
They said they are booked, but if I go right then they will fit me in. I race over and they are very helpful in squeezing me in. I also got the BEST PRICE IN TOWN!!! Trust me, I called everywhere. I also got Bobby himself to work on my car. Very cool! He came back stating all is passing but timing and he has a part on hand for a cheap fix. I know my car was jacked and so I was okay with the small fee. He said it would be 15 min but got it done faster. Even noticed my tires were low and put some air in them.
BY FAR the best smog experience I have had to date. I definitely trust him, and I appreciated how he valued my time, and wallet!
I will definitely go there again for any needs.
HIGH RECOMMEND!

Awesome — friendly and fast.
I have an urgent need to get a SMOG test and my local was not available so found Bobby’s on Unilocal,called them — John managed to get me an appointment same day!
The staff were friendly and the SMOG test only took 30 minutes!

Bobby’s is awesome. Honest folk, fair prices… and just all around nice guys. Just go, you will not be disappointed. (I have gone to Bobby’s for some 15 years).