Ray was great to work with at a small business shop. He had a good attitude, stayed easy to reach, and kept things moving without a bunch of extra calls. We got clear answers when we needed them and he followed through until it was wrapped up.
Adrian Soto
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August 11, 2025
Poor Service Experience - Not Recommended
I cannot recommend this establishment based on my recent experience with emissions testing and repairs.
Initial Visit: I brought my vehicle in for a smog test, which it failed. The technician reset the diagnostic codes and instructed me to add Seafoam to my fuel tank and drive 75-100 miles before returning. Unfortunately, the check engine light reappeared after only 20 miles of driving.
Diagnosis and Repair: Upon my return, I was told to leave the vehicle for diagnosis. The shop determined that the catalytic converter needed replacement. When I asked for assurance that this repair would resolve the emissions issue, I was told there was a 99% certainty it would pass the smog test. Based on this confidence, I approved the $3,000 repair.
Ongoing Issues: Disappointingly, the check engine light returned within 10 miles of leaving the shop after the completed repair. When I brought the vehicle back, the staff could not explain why the problem persisted. After leaving my car for an additional extended period (10 days total), I ultimately decided to seek service elsewhere.
Overall Assessment: The lack of accurate diagnosis, failure to resolve the issue despite expensive repairs, and inability to explain the recurring problem made for an extremely frustrating experience. I would recommend exploring other automotive service options.
Derrick Low
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January 13, 2023
Bought a car out of state so had to get it smogged. Capo had a fair price, no wait, cool guy. Seems like good prices for oil changes also. I recommend.
Lyndon O.
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February 16, 2026
Said they were open for smog test, came by a few hours later to see they were closed during normal business hours. A little rain scared them away
Krystina Lipinski
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December 01, 2022
Ray is absolutely amazing! He is professional and kind. I was stressed over the repairs and costs of my car repairs but he was very extremely reasonable, communicated perfectly, and was very quick. I highly recommend him for any vehicle repairs.
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Ray was great to work with at a small business shop. He had a good attitude, stayed easy to reach, and kept things moving without a bunch of extra calls. We got clear answers when we needed them and he followed through until it was wrapped up.
Poor Service Experience - Not Recommended I cannot recommend this establishment based on my recent experience with emissions testing and repairs. Initial Visit: I brought my vehicle in for a smog test, which it failed. The technician reset the diagnostic codes and instructed me to add Seafoam to my fuel tank and drive 75-100 miles before returning. Unfortunately, the check engine light reappeared after only 20 miles of driving. Diagnosis and Repair: Upon my return, I was told to leave the vehicle for diagnosis. The shop determined that the catalytic converter needed replacement. When I asked for assurance that this repair would resolve the emissions issue, I was told there was a 99% certainty it would pass the smog test. Based on this confidence, I approved the $3,000 repair. Ongoing Issues: Disappointingly, the check engine light returned within 10 miles of leaving the shop after the completed repair. When I brought the vehicle back, the staff could not explain why the problem persisted. After leaving my car for an additional extended period (10 days total), I ultimately decided to seek service elsewhere. Overall Assessment: The lack of accurate diagnosis, failure to resolve the issue despite expensive repairs, and inability to explain the recurring problem made for an extremely frustrating experience. I would recommend exploring other automotive service options.
Bought a car out of state so had to get it smogged. Capo had a fair price, no wait, cool guy. Seems like good prices for oil changes also. I recommend.
Said they were open for smog test, came by a few hours later to see they were closed during normal business hours. A little rain scared them away
Ray is absolutely amazing! He is professional and kind. I was stressed over the repairs and costs of my car repairs but he was very extremely reasonable, communicated perfectly, and was very quick. I highly recommend him for any vehicle repairs.