I’ve never been there before and I called them because I need to get my car smogged ASAP because my registration is going to expire. I have been out of town for several weeks and got home to my form to redo my registration. They gave me an appointment the same day and advice about whether to drive or not drive my car prior to bringing it in. They were very professional and really nice too. My car passed the smog test and I enjoyed waiting for it because they had a lot of cool toys and license plates from different states and parts of the world. The guy was really nice. I made the comment well that was painless And he said… That is how it should be.Thanks I Santa Barbara Smog Shop

SB Smog Shop has been in operation for 21 years now. Speaking as someone that has used 3-4 other smog shops in town over the years, these guys are hands down the best! Will work with you, explain any details, and do top notch diagnostic repair.

Nice people to deal with. Quick and efficient.Very professional. Recommended by my mechanic. This is the second car they have done for me. My other 2 cars are next.

I called in a Thursday around noon and Ricardo said to come in for a smogcertification. I arrived soon after and he was able to work on doing my smogcheck right away. I enjoyed looking at all the fun stuff in his shop.The license plates are interesting to see.I will be going back to The SB Smog Shop anytime I next need asmog certification.I highly recommend this business and would tell everyone to go there.

My husbands car needed a smog certificate so it could be registered for sale. Our appointment started on time & not knowing how long it would take I brought a book. We sat down and were called within a very few minutes that our car was ready! (No reading was done) I would recommend them for a smog anytime. And if you dont pass - my car didnt about a month before - they let you come back and still only charge the initial fee if you pass the 2nd time. The are very good and honest people. I will use them the next time I need a smog.ps. check out their license plate collection!

Great job! Was quick, easy and hassle free. Thanks guys!

Ive taken several cars to Santa Barbara Smog to get the DMV smog certificate and every time the work was completed as promised as scheduled. Ricardo and his son are two of the genuinely nicest people tp deal with. Wouldnt consider going anywhere else..

Quick. No nonsense & good reputation.Professional and friendly smog service.Recommended by other car maintenance shops & services in town.

Ricardo is the kindest man! So professional and a people person. I am so grateful to find him🙏🏼

Got me in same day. They were on time and finished smog certification quickly. Everyone was friendly and professional.

Pretty straightforward: I needed a smog test and got one scheduled later in the week. I was in and out quickly.Unfortunately, in between the scheduling and the smog test, a fine gentleman backed his car into my front door--as it was parked in front of my apartment--and drove off without leaving a note. This caused my front door to catch my front fender and make a loud popping noise every time it was opened.I told this to the mechanics so they wouldnt be alarmed by the noise. One of them ended up quickly fixing the popping issue for free, which made my life a little less annoying until I could get my door replaced.Overall, would recommend.

Super easy in and out. Great service. Easy communication. Fast and friendly.

Best smog check shop in town! Been coming here for years and plan to do so for many more.

I love working there.Love my job and love my customers.

Friendly owner, quick test. A little expensive, but local and easy. Parking is interesting, but the owner stops traffic for you to enter/exit.

Didn’t have to wait, it was super quick and I was well attended to. They’ll even stop traffic to let you out!

Excellent service, support, advise, and conversation with the owner, Ricardo. A competent and passionate guy who performed my Smog check quickly and efficiently while trading car stories. Santa Barbara Smog Shop is a no brainer, highly recommend

This was my third time taking my vehicle to Santa Barbara Smog because I really appreciate the timely and courteous service. I would highly recommend Santa Barbara Smog!

I was in and out in 20 minutes for my smog certification.. Fast and efficient service!

Ricardo and Christian take good care of you.Fascinating bike collection 😊

Professional fast and respectful

The best shop in Santa Barbara ! Great service and work.

Very pleased with their service

Kind, Friendly and great Service.

Got smog check this week. First time in SB and very pleasant experience.

Ricardo and Christian nail it every time I go there. Right in time for Smog Check my Check Engine light came on. Christian found the unlikely error - a wrong fuse - after an extensive search. Couldnt be happier with them!

Great please to take your car not just saying cause he,s family but he really does a great job and always their when your having car problems.

Wonderful!

Excellent service

Very over priced (double than the local smog companies) and extremely rude customer service

Nice on the phone, nice in person, they get the job done. They smogged my diesel van.

We love these guys. Like family. True Santa Barbara flavor. Wouldnt go anywhere else. No nonsense. Git er done👍

Best Smog shop In Santa Barbara! My Great Uncle Russ turned me onto this shop many years ago. My Uncle Russ is an amazing mechanic and I was having a hell of a time trying to smog my jeep, we just could not figure out the issue. It was running really badly after being garaged for years, and it would not pass smog, and no one could tell me why. Uncle Russ told me to go to Santa Barbara Smog and talk to his guy Ricardo. Within 5 Minutes of Ricardo looking at my old jeep he was able to tell me exactly what was wrong, and how to fix it. He offered to have his shop repair the issue with an exact amount for labor and parts, or he said I can just fix the issue and come back. No pressure, no nonsense! WITHIN 5 MINUTES!! I was blown away by Ricardos professionalism. I made the repairs necessary and went back for another try and my old CJ-7 Renegade passed! I have made Santa Barbara Smog Shop my regular smog stop and I have also suggested Ricardo to many friends. I highly recommend you take your vehicle to this shop if you are having any issues, or if you just want a smog check. You will not be sorry, and I guarantee you will make this shop you regular stop for all smog related issues, including biannual smog checks.

Fantastic service. Great, family run business. There’s something special about this place. Highly recommend! Thanks for helping Santa Barbara!! 💥

Best place

Honest.

Ricardo is wonderful. No matter what I need done to any of my cars, I know with complete certainty that the work will be done well and the price will be fair. If I could rate any higher I would.

Had a fantastic experience with Ricardo at Santa Barbara Smog. He got me right in for my smog check and answered all of my questions. He took the extra time to check my tires and get them all back up to the correct pressure. The details make all of the difference.This is a family owned business where his son works by his side. Good and honest man. Ill go back for my smog checks as well as my other automotive needs. Thank you Ricardo!

I have been coming here for years. Ricardo, the owner, is very knowledgeable and a really nice guy. Best smog place in town bar none.

This is an awesome place for songs and repairs. The technicians are friendly and great at their job.

First time here - needed a smog check for car registration - got there early, without an appointment - they had me in and out in 15 minutes. Nothing to look at, with a small parking lot, but they seem to know what they are doing.

Love them !

This guy is a genius. He has some amazing moxy, and his professional courtesy is unparalleled. I love the collection of antique bicycles and he has some very cool cars on display as well. My ugly van passed smog, no surprise, but hid not give me any guff about how dirty it was or the facts that I forgot my registration. I too, used to be an Automotive Technician, and he takes me back to those days of glory.

Fast, friendly, family owned and operated. Love it here.

Theyre the best very reasonable

Super fast service! It look less than 15 minutes to complete. With a $5 yelp coupon, my total smog test came to $45.

Ricardo is awesome..Best smog shop in santa barbara .. He smogs all my vehicles if you have anything thats keeping your vehicle from passing he will explain the problems and can make all the necessary repairs to get your vehicle to pass . Santa Barbara Smog is a honest and very reliable smog and repair shop

The guy is really nice and friendly! Would definitely go back.

Ricardo and Christian are two of thee most talented auto technicians in Santa Barbara. I take every car to them; from my Audi A7 to my 1957 Porsche. A+++ Service!!!

Outstanding service at very reasonable prices for repairs on different cars over the years. -When you have tried the rest - go to the best!

Usually auto repair and sweetheart don’t go together. Fair fast and honest.

The best mechanic’s/& smog shop in Santa Barbara.

I like the service hear im ganna come every time I need a repair unlike the other shop a few blocks up no longer be doing service with them anymore do to some irratating issues but this one is worth your time.

Appointment only but gets the smog headache over with at not headache prices..

Pleasant and quick service. Thank you

They know everything about cars and totally nice people.

Quick smogs great service

Sweetheart took me there

Best smog shop

Go see Ricardo @ SB Smog Shop!

Friendly, knowledgeable, reliable.

I go through cars quite (2years...) often so have used this service a few times and service is always excellent and friendly!

Best shop ever

Honest and affordable!

Great service!

Called these guys at 10:30AM. Got an appointment at 11:30AM. Drove in, they did the smog test and fixed a broken brake light. I was out by noon.

Great

Always attentive and, helpful.