Aggie Smog

Location

965 Olive Drive, Ste. H .

Next to AAMCO, near Redrum Burger

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:00am-6:00pm

Sat 8:00am-4:00pm

Phone

(530) 757-2995

Website

Aggie-Smog.com — $15.00 Coupon

Owner

Jasen Singh

Established

March 2008

Payment Method

Cash, Check, Visa, M/C, Discover.

Aggie Smog is a SMOG testing and licensing company on Olive Drive. Owner operated and open 6 days a week, they do test only smog, regular smog checks, gross polluter, DMV renewal, change of ownership, and handle the buying and selling of cars. Out of state and fleet vehicles are welcome. They offer one free retest if your vehicle happens to fail the initial smog inspection (with proof of repair). You can be in and out in just 15 to 20 minutes, while you wait in a clean waiting room.

They have a coupon here on the wiki: Aggie Smog 3-08[1] with phone#.pdf. Look for $15.00 Coupon in Consumer Guide Magazine, consumer-guide.com and Little Green Coupon Machine, also call for special pricing. They do not charge extra for 1995 or older vehicles that require to go through low pressure evap test which went effective Dec 1st of 2007. For Pre-1995 vehicles, an evap test is free.

They also offer student and senior citizens discounts, and accept competitor Test Only smog coupons for the Davis area. Call for details.

Our goal is to Keep California Smog-Free.

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Note: The following two reviews were posted from the same computer by new accounts created only to add these reviews. While this does not invalidate these reviews, it does call them into question.

2008-03-02 20:43:28   I went at this place visible distance from redrum burger.He doesn't rip you off like other places and his price for smog is right.Honest and very efficient guy.He is the owner and smog technician, they open on sundays also.I will have my other two cars smogged at this place mate. —lewinsky


2008-03-04 22:21:43   Had my truck smogged here today and he was very pleasant,neatly dressed took care of me.It took him about 15 to 20 mins to smog my truck while i was waiting.Their waiting room is so clean and you can walk to the park towards downtown while he is doing the smog inspection.He even explained me how clean was the emissions coming out the exhaust of my old truck. —prethy

2008-03-13 16:15:52   The service was fast. I went to In and Out and back and it was done in around 15 minutes. The price was reasonable and he even offered a free retest if my car failed (it had failed a smog test previously). The offer for a free retest sealed the deal, since the last place that failed me would charge again. —GraceAn

2008-03-19 09:55:06   I have an older vehicle that runs on propane. I took it to a couple of places and they told me that they couldn't smog it! I asked them why and they said that they had never done it before and didn't want to attempt it either. I then took it to Aggie Smog and he got it done in less that 20 minutes! —Taz

2008-03-24 03:31:56   I got my car smogged here a couple days ago. It's a one-man operation, and the owner/technician is very friendly. I like to support small businesses, and the price was reasonable too. In addition to getting 10$ off using the coupon listed here, I also got an additional student discount. The owner is a great guy, and I would recommend Aggie Smog for a reasonably priced and quick smog check. —mrchau

2008-04-06 13:19:06   I just got back from Aggie Smog and I am pleased. I'm new to this whole "smog check" requirement, so I decided to try out this place cause its new. Jasen was really nice and helpful and he gave me a student discount on top of the $15 off coupon. I highly recommend this place, I dropped off my car and walked around downtown. Less than 25 minutes later I got a call that it was done. Very professional and quick. —BrandonBarrette

2008-04-15 23:27:07   I got my car smog tested here and I was very impressed. I called ahead of time to see whether he was busy or not. He finished in under 15 minutes. I will definitely go back when I need to get my car re-tested. —AmandaAbughosh

2008-04-20 12:43:08   this guy is courteous, fast, and friendly. OPEN on Sundays —matt31

2008-05-10 10:40:32   This is the only place to go in Davis for test-only smog checks. Jasen is extremely courteous and takes the time to explain your test results or, in the case of the person before me, what to have fixed before you come back for a free retest. Jasen also doesn't charge extra for the new evap test on pre-95 cars. I've been to all the other test-only businesses in Davis and found the employees to either be indifferent or just plain rude. —mchevy

2008-05-23 15:16:08   I went on a Friday morning and only had to wait about 30 minutes, then my car was done. There was only one person there waiting when I came in. The technician, who I think was the owner as well, was very polite. The waiting room is small, but clean and comfortable. Check their website - I found a $15 coupon there which they happily accepted. —MicheleTobias

2008-06-24 13:50:21   I went to Aggie Smog on a Tuesday to get my truck smogged, and there was no wait. He is polite and honest, not to mention extremely quick. Only 15 minutes and I was on my way! I highly recommend him. —bjb2455

2008-07-09 20:00:27   I went here yesterday and was out of there in 20 minutes, and Jason honored the $15 coupon and gave me the student discount. Very pleased. —MatthewPearson

2008-07-13 15:25:16   I was a bit skeptical about all the positive comments I saw here. I decided to take my Lexus RX300 here for a smog test. It turned out to be a disaster, 25 minutes into the test Jason came back and told me that the car can be not tested due to transmission problem. My car drives fine and I did not experience any shift problem. I took my car to advance auto for smog test and the car passed the test without any transmission problem. The tech told me that my car has a non-disengageable 4-wheel drive. A two speed idle test should be performed instead of putting it on the dyno. I was shocked and hoping that my car is not damaged in any way due to Aggie incompetency. This guy sure does not know what he is doing......don’t be fools by the reviews on this page. Take your car to a experience shop! This guy is dishonest, why denied the facts. I will never take my car there. Advance auto sure knows what they doing, they will always have my bussiness.
Why all the positive and no negative comments? This guy is a fraud! He writes his own reviews and posted them under different alias.

—rjohal

2008-07-14 08:11:27   To whoever posted the last comment.Firstly i never came across a RX300 vehicle that i had a problem smogging.I do know that 4 wheel rx300 does have non-disengageable traction control,therefore TSI test has to be performed.I have smogged alot of vehicles like this.My records show i have not written any invoice showing a rx300 vehicle coming to the shop in the past 3 weeks.Maybe this person does not like seeing all this positive comments.I am the only smog tech in this shop who has never come across this issues. —jasen

2008-07-14 10:39:36   Went here mainly because its a small shop, and I know what its like trying to be in business for yourself. I took in one of my project cars. The Tech, was very helpful and very fast. He explained what I need to do to get my car to pass, and said to bring it back after I fix the problems (almost there) to re-test for free. This guy is good. I'll bring all my cars to him in the future. —Aaron.Curtin

2008-07-28 16:44:15   Attention to all readers of these reviews and existing and prospective customers of Aggie Smog - I am writing this in regards to the negative comments posted by "rjohal". After reading his reviews, I can definitely tell that this guy knows what he's talking about, considering all those technical terms that one would never hear from their smog tech. I know for a fact that he is either a smog tech himself, working for Advance Auto repair, which is right across from Aggie Smog, or he is just one of Jason's relatives who is jealous of Jason's success in his business and cannot mind his own business. Think about it - he's the only person who left a negative review here, and he's saying don't be fooled by the reviews on this page! Hello! There's a 12:1 ratio here! RJohal is the fool himself! I also know for a fact that he will come back to this page to answer back to anyone who has replied to his post, just like he did on 2008-07-19 12:31:59. Get a life, you loser! —Taz

2008-08-01 13:04:27   After reading all the positive comments I thought I'd give this place a try. I recently bought a Jaguar XJ8 and took it over to Aggie Smog for the emmisions test. The process took him approximately 15 minutes while I went to grab some coffee around the corner. When I got back he had all the paperwork ready to go and even explained to me what the data means. He also offered some preventative maintenance tips that would help me keep the vehicle in great condition. Not too many people give advice without something in return. After that experience I decided to take my 1992 Toyota Tercel to Aggie Smog. I explained to him that I was donating the vehicle to my brother. According to the Jasen, it did not require a smog check since the transfer was within the immediate family. That is the type of integrity all businessmen should show. A lot of places would have performed the test and charged me for it, knowing that it was not required. Heck, half of them probably wouldn't be aware of the fact that it was not required.

This guy is an A+ business man and knows the value of his customer base. He is on top of his game plan and a step ahead of the system. The business is easy to find and has many amenities nearby. Fast, honest and reliable service that you can count on. Keep up the good work Jasen. —Jagxj8

2008-08-07 08:57:39   According to the website, the prices for cars and pick up trucks are $66.75 plus $8.25 for the certificate. With the $15 coupon, that's about the same price as everywhere else in Davis. —TinaBorjas

2008-08-25 16:28:41   I decided to give this place a shot after hearing all the good things from my friends and family. As they had stated everything was correct!! I was really surprised by the whole experience, I didnt think a a new business like this could be so up to date and on top of that have a worlds best customer service. As I drove up to the shop I was greeted by Jasen and he asked what he could help me with. As he kindly told me to wait in the the waiting room and I helped my self to some water and candies he pulled my car in and started the diagnostic tests. After about 15-20 minutes he came in and told me that everyhting looked good and my 2000 maxima had passed!! he explained to me briefly what he had done and what the results meant. I felt like I was in a doctors office accept being scared..lol.. Jasen is very knowleable in the smog business he knows what he is doing. I loved the whole experience and not forget his shop is located in the heart of Davis, very easy place to get in an out of. I really liked his honesty and his friendly business skills "kuddos" to you jasen. I had a wonderful expereince and cant wait to take my other family cars to him and I cant wait till my 07 Yukon is eligible for smog check so I can hand over to a tech who knows what he is doing and not feel scared but feel very comfortable like family... —SRangee

2008-09-11 15:17:34   Just got a smog check on my 95 Honda Civic. Cost with coupon was $60, and it took 18 minutes. I'm very satisfied. —BrendanConnors

2008-10-13 18:02:00   i brought my 94 mercedes c280 in today and he was very clear and fair about the smog test. everything was taken care of in a quick fashion. overall great service. A+ —noogooyen

2008-10-14 11:18:41   Jasen was extremely friendly and efficient. There was only about a 15 minute wait and the waiting room is really nice. I just took my 1991 Corolla for a smog inspection and I would recommend Aggie Smog to anyone. —jesstar

2008-10-31 13:21:18   Got my car smogged here. went to prove the good reputations and they were all true ;-). —superdavis

2008-11-25 09:24:26   I just took my 2003 CRV to get smog checked here, based on the good comments on the wiki. I had a great experience! It took about 15 minutes. I walked over to Borders for a coffee and the owner called me on my cell phone as soon as it was done. With the coupon the price was $60. Friendly service. Highly recommended. —SuzanneM

2008-12-12 16:19:00   Prompt service, reasonable rates, clean and courteous. Excellent! —DonShor

2008-12-22 17:11:13   I don't usually leave comments, but this time I will. Overall, the guy is fine: does his job fast and clean. However, I don't think he is any different from the rest of the guys that are out to get your money.
I came in for a smog check having my engine light on and asked him what are my chances of passing. He replied that it all depends on the system, but in the end my car failed due to my engine light being on, and as it turn out this is one of the first things they check. So, why do you say that it depends on the system if you know that when the engine light is illuminated - the car automatically fails smog?
In the end I asked him if I could just clear the codes and come back, but he told me to get the car repaired and then come back for a retest, otherwise, according to him, I won't pass. Apparently, I've been around cars longer than he has, as I went home, cleared the codes, drove to the nearest smog check station and PASSED. NO mechanics, NO extra expenses on unnecessary repairs.

The conclusion is as follows:
If you don't have any problems with your car - this guy isn't better or worse than any other smog shops. Otherwise, find yourself another shop, cause Jasen will send you spending you money for no reason. —bayer044

2008-12-23 13:38:55   Very well said,the last comment here.The smog inspection is a valid test the reveals why your vehicle failed overall smog inspection,in your case check engine light that is part of visual and functional obd tests that is done half way of the the tests.That tests are determined visually and functionally by communicating with the vehiles ecm/pcm to check for any stored codes,or unsuccessfully completed obd 2 monitors.If your vehicles has failed that process,yes it fails the overall inspection.This is part of the test.We as a smogtest only station have to direct any failed inspection to any licensed smog and repair station so that it is diagnosed and repaired right.Vehicle owner can also do the repairs themselves if they want to and have it smogged again to pass the overall smog test.In your case you just cleared the codes and drove it to nearby smog station and it passed,but you did not diagnose or found the cause of the problem that is triggering that check engine light.Chances are the check engine light will come on if the it is not diagnosed or repaired the right way. In conclusion we smog test only stations only do official smog inspections,we do not diagnose or repair any emissions-related repairs on vehicles.We refer motorists to specific test and repair facilities.
Here we offer a free-retest within 30 days if your vehicle fails the initial smog inspection. —jasen

2008-12-30 14:54:41   They were super helpful in figuring out what was wrong with my car, and the guy that works there is really cute. —FloridianPlywood

2009-01-17 11:44:07   Very fast and efficient service. Took 10-15 minutes. Guy was very polite and checked my coolant FREE OF CHARGE,(this place does not do repairs, so there was no motive)and gave suggestions as to what I should do. Wonderful service, I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! —KMeo

2009-01-29 12:19:40   I had a good experience here. The technician/owner seems like a nice guy with a good attitude. Service was quick. He was recommended by a mechanic I trust, Bob Redfield. —Cedric

2009-02-09 22:34:40   I have to agree with bayer44. He could have said with the check engine light on it's an automatic fail even the car passed emision at the tail pipe. But he choose not to. Instead, he gave some lame answers just to get the money....What a crook... —vlam

2009-02-10 09:07:41   Just to follow up with some comments here regarding check engine light on.Once the smog inspection is in progress and when it comes to inspect a vehicle for visual and functional test,the results has to be entered either pass or fail on any emission controls.On obd 2 or 1996 and up cars a functional test is performed where the analyzer reads codes,monitors from the vehicles pcm and commands a pass/fail under that functional tests.If you are not sure if your car will pass or fail with the check engine light on when at the smog station ask the tech ahead if you have any doubts regarding such issues.It is up to you if you want the tech to go ahead and do the smog inspection. Test only stations do not diagnose or perform emission- related repairs.As a driver/owner of a vehicle,when you see a check engine light on on the dash panel it is your responsibility to have the car diagnosed at a repair station or if the owner can do it himself if he is capable.In conclusion if your vehicle has a check engine light on have it checked out before going for a smog check.Smog test is a ca official test,not a grade one spelling test. This site is always helpful and will answer alot of questions http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/obdprog/obdfaq.htm —jasen

2009-04-21 17:34:20   Very nice and friendly guy. Charged $60 because I was a return customer. Highly recommended. —patco

2009-05-20 15:30:58   Just had a straightforward and generally pleasant experience here today. Called ahead to see what the wait was like (two people waiting, might be half an hour), dropped off the car then walked over to the gym to burn an half an hour or so. Car was ready sooner than expected and the gent behind the counter was polite and answered several procedural questions I had. —KevinChin

2009-06-12 14:35:28   Came in, filled out some paperwork, used the $15 coupon, waited 15 minutes tops for my car. I didn't pass because of a loose part in the engine, but the owner (Jason) explained and pointed it out. He also gave me a list of possible repair places. Came back when I got it repaired, didn't pay for the 2nd smog test except for the passing certificate. I'll recommend this place. —strawberry

2009-07-21 19:30:00   I had a great experience with this place! I was in the process of selling my car, and just needed the smog before I could finalize the deal. I'd never had a car smogged before, but the guy working there, Jason, made it really simple for me. After I failed my initial test (it's a really old car) he recommended a few things I might try to fix it up a bit in order to get it to pass. They give a free retest within 30 days of failing the first one, and I'm happy to say that my car finally passed, and I just sold it. The test was relatively cheap (compared to other prices in Davis) and fast, and he was very helpful. I'd recommend him to anyone needing to get their car smogged. —buss013

2009-07-22 16:26:28   took my 99 yukon with 200k+ miles here, I was in and out in 20 minutes. great service. with the consumer guide $20 off coupon it was $57 even! Great service, fast, good price, and a passing smog cert!!! —Carsonsig