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Dhillon Motorsports- Formerly Smog Man Star Test and Repair
646 Auzerais Ave, San Jose, CA 95126, United States
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Dhillon Motorsports- Formerly Smog Man Star Test and Repair
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Na
Review №1

I had a seamless customer service experience with Kathy, the service advisor. She kept me updated with my vehicle’s status, and any issues that occurred. Any concerns and questions I had were answered professionally with a great depth of knowledge.I haven’t met the service technician, but I was provided a brief summary communicated between Kathy and the technician. With that said, it is great to know that my vehicle is in good hands, and I can trust this location to take care of future needs.Although the prices are slightly higher than its competitors, I believe it is worth it for the quality and experience received.

Am
Review №2

I cant even begin say enough good things about this place! I was was having smog issues,, they greet you with a smile they took me right in and their honest and very organized, Problem fixed! They are professionals at what they do, Ill never bring my car anywhere else, I had my car the very next day! Road ready! Thank you so much!

Mo
Review №3

Made an appointment to do an oil change and asked that they rotate the tires after confirming that they were uneven. It was a reasonable price. They also gave honest suggestions for upcoming repairs. The only downside is that it took almost 3 hours, which in my opinion is a little long for the work being done. Next time I will be sure not to wait while they are repairing it.

Ka
Review №4

I have used Dhillon Motorsports(aka. The Smog Man) for all my cars that have needed a smog test.Always professional and super friendly owner and staff !!Always willing to offer suggestions even if you might not be using their services!Very trustworthy and I would recommend using Dhillon Motorsports 💯 percent!!!

Yo
Review №5

I was driving around looking for auto repair shop around the neighborhood and I was glad I made a good decision. I spoke to Kathy, she is very professional soft spoken and she makes you feel comfortable. The service I got was superb. There was no pressure and sales talk. You feel confident they are going to take good care if your vehicle.

Ad
Review №6

Quick, fast, and reliable responses. Never made me feel like I asked too many questions. They are both comfortable and confident working with the state CAP program when others were not. That alone demonstrated their high integrity.

MJ
Review №7

Many times people ask me to leave a review, this place never said a word about it. I randomly found this business in search of a SMOG check AND and a place that could fix it if my car didnt pass. They suggested an appointment, which I prefer. The place is organized, clean, welcoming--with a giant living room-sized waiting room and comfy furniture, and extremely convenient if you live in North San Jose. What makes this place so great though is the woman behind the front desk, whose name I forgot to ask, who is polite, helpful, efficient, and gave me a subtle upsell that felt just right. I came home to emailed receipts, estimates, and the knowledge the service I paid for was transmitted to the right people. Ill certainly be back. Very impressive.

It
Review №8

My first time here. The professionalism and pleasant personality of front desk representative, Katie, is top notch. Service is great. They didn’t actually work on my car since vehicle was in fine condition. Would take it back for work uh

Am
Review №9

My work always use they for our company vehicles. So I took my Jeep to them instead of big o tires. And I can say this is the first time I gotten my car back fast and no sensors going off for the cap not being put on correctly. Will definitely be going back. Their staff is nice and welcoming when you walk through those doors.

T
Review №10

Very professional, they do good work Kathy is always very sweet and helpful. Charged $300 for a diagnostic though. A bit expensive...? Overall, good quality shop.

Da
Review №11

I see why this place gets stellar reviews -- theyre a very honest business and do stellar work. They will show you their notes and pictures for anything they claim needs repairing, and theyll also list the repairs in order of urgency so you dont have to feel pressured into getting all work done at once. I highly recommend making this place your lifelong go-to for repairs.

al
Review №12

I went to get an oil change an a smog check. They were super detailed, they even send you a link to a full breakdown (including pictures and videos) of what they did, what needs to be fixed both soon and all this stuff. Also, the front desk person on 6/21 was so nice and sweet!

Ós
Review №13

Just needed a smog test which they did quickly and with no fuss. Happy to go there again next year if the DMV asks for it again.

Mi
Review №14

They are a great company to deal with, profesional, fair pricing and they take good care of their customers A+++

Ji
Review №15

This outfit knows smog checking. Efficiently got a pass on my 93 4runner after another outfit gave up after 20 minutes. And they are a STAR test and repair. Great combo. Plus they do all work, not just smog.

Au
Review №16

I needed a last-minute smog check and I was able to easily make an appointment online. Arrived to my appointment a little early, but was quickly helped! Very helpful and very accommodating!

Av
Review №17

My go-to shop since 2011 for smog checking my 4 cars. Fast, reliable, accurate, fair. Gave me great tips on items to watch on each car. Great local business! Would not go anywhere else.They do not advertise their top notch *tire mounting* and *road force balancing* capabilities. Best kept secret, no lines, short waits compared to the big tire places.I highly recommend this business.

O
Review №18

I had a hybrid battery installed and the car wouldnt go into hybrid mode. The shop that installed the battery told me they couldnt fix it. I took my car to Dhillon Motorsport and they had my car fixed and running in excellent condition. Im happy I called them and will recommend them to family and friends.

Da
Review №19

Great friendly service. They are very professional and communicate very well.

Ch
Review №20

Smog check on 2013 subaru. as usual quick in and out. pleasant and easy transaction (as a smog check can be). honored the yelp special offer price.

Ho
Review №21

Glad I found this shop they are professional and to the point. Would recommend this shop to anyone considering. Office personnel is the best. Thank you for your service.

Je
Review №22

Did my smog check, and was fast and professional and could not have asked for better service. A+ in my Book

Ca
Review №23

Used their smog test and they are efficient and staff are friendly too.

Jo
Review №24

For owners of an older vehicle with manual transmission, it is getting more and more difficult to find smog check places with competent people who can smog a pre-ODBII car. These guys are absolutely fantastic and did a great job after my truck was rejected from so many other smog places who couldnt do a dyno test, or just simply couldnt even drive a manual transmission car. This is my place to go now

ra
Review №25

Dhillon Motorsports was great to work with. They were honest and found the issue fairly quickly. Communication was great. One stop shop for smog.

na
Review №26

Always come here as they are very honest and trustworthy people! I think it’s always important to have a shop you trust will always be honest and straightforward with you. You may pay an extra buck or two, but it’s well worth it for the peace of mind.

Ke
Review №27

Needed to get last minute smog check on my 99 GMC truck.Called them, they took care of it in a very short amount of time.Great service, very friendly and fast.

Ju
Review №28

Great Experience! These people are Pros! at smog-related issues. Love em! 2nd time using. Highly recommend. Might use them for other work on my car (though like where I already go). Id give them a Million Stars if I could. 5 is not enough. Thank U Dhillon Motorsports (aka Smog Man).

Yu
Review №29

Honesty in the automotive business can be hard to find, but luckily I found this shop years ago and never looked back. The staff is very helpful and courteous but also willing to give you an honest diagnosis of your vehicle. I also appreciated the precautions they had set for Covid. I highly recommend you check them out, you won’t regret it!

Vi
Review №30

Had an unexpected issue with Smog test failing, they did a thorough diagnostic, and was able to sort out the issue preventing the Smog test to pass. Ill continue to come-back in the future for Smog and anything else I may need. It was a awesome experience.

Ma
Review №31

Excellent customer service, very attentive and personable staff. Went for smog check and was taken care of in 15-20 minutes at the most. Upscale covid-19 precautions. Would recommend 10/10

Ma
Review №32

Have used Smog Man now Dhillion, since 2011 for my biennial smog test. Always professional, efficient and completed on time. I highly recommend this business.

Su
Review №33

I smog all my vehicles here. They are extremely professional and friendly. Kathy is great. The service is fast. The waiting room is nice and clean. I highly recommend Dhillon Motorsports!

cr
Review №34

They provided a smog check and we are very happy with them 😊

Jo
Review №35

Great experience as usual.

Ha
Review №36

They were professional. Although I did not pass the smog check, she explained in detail what the issues were and possible next steps if I wanted to pursue getting a positive smog check with a 1995 Saturn. I am actually going to donate the car at this point.

Aj
Review №37

Came in for a Smog check on a 1991 car. The service was quick. The receptionist and the technicians were very nice. Very good customer experience overall.

Ch
Review №38

I went to Dhillon (Smog Man) for a smog test. Check-in and service was quick and courteous. The technician was knowledgeable and courteous and easy to talk to. The waiting room is clean, roomy, well lit, and Covid conscious. Theres even a free-play arcade game for those so inclined. Their prices seemed fair and I also used a Groupon, so my bill was exceptionally low. Though my car passed its smog test, it still needs some other smog related work. Im bringing my car back to Dhillon for that.

Sa
Review №39

My experience at Dhillon Motorsports was extremely professional, even though I messed up twice while getting my car smogged! Since my car had been sitting unused for so long due to COVID changing my schedule, the computer had been wiped clean and could not be smogged. The owner was very patient (even though it was clearly a busy day for them) and explained to me exactly what I needed to do to prepare my car.After following his directions, I ended up being two hours late for my follow up appointment because of a last minute meeting. The team was very professional about my running so late and took care of my car as soon as was possible. I appreciate how they handled both of my mixups and will definitely be back and recommend them to others! They really were so understanding and made the process painless!

ju
Review №40

I went in to get a smog check for my truck. Front desk lady was very kind and answered all my questions politely and with good knowledge. The guys in the back went through the process and I was out of there within 25 min with a paper saying my truck passed and word that my document was sent to the DMV. They also have a coffee machine, free water, an old school Pac-Man game and comfy couches to sit on while you wait. Due to Covid tho everything was blocked off except for the couches but that’s OK we all got cell phones right. Taking my Subaru there today for a smog check as well. Hoping for the same great experience.

Ba
Review №41

We have been using this business to service our fleet for some time now, and every time we are impressed with their service, they are fair priced, professional and on time. They do everything they can to ensure our fleet stays running so we can continue to service our customers. Would highly recommends to both personal and work vehicles a like, there extensive knowledge seems to be limitless and Im sure if you give them the opportunity they will find a way to best service your vehicle.

Te
Review №42

I been going there since I can remember. Excellent service from the whole staff.

T
Review №43

Their work ethics are standing. I would recommend this tesm of professional always

Cr
Review №44

I have a hybrid vehicle. About a week ago, I was driving and out of the blue a “maintenance required. Battery for the cooling system for the hybrid battery is low. Consult your dealer”.I was taking my vehicle to a mechanic near Costco, dragon auto shop. They assured me that they had worked with hybrid vehicles before. But clearly they didn’t know what they were doing because they weren’t doing a full inspection.That’s when I decided to come to Dhillon Motorsports, I checked the warranty on my vehicle and it looks like like this place was another match. I just didn’t trust the dragon shop anymore.The first thing that I noticed was the amazing customer service from Cathy! She is so smart and knows exactly what she’s talking about!she knew how to answer my questions and further assisted me to other things that I didn’t even know about my car. Like that my keys were low on battery.It was all around amazing service! This shop isn’t the type that will just take your money and let you drive off. They really care about your safety on the road. Plus I like that any work you get done with them If the light comes back on they fix it for you! How nice right?

Ri
Review №45

I brought my BMW down to get a smog test and it didnt pass, much to my surprise I was told it would be no charge and to just bring it back when I was ready to try once again. I was really happy when I returned and my car passed with flying colors. Thank you smog man you took care of me and my car and its all good now.

Sa
Review №46

Been a customer over 2yrs. Always courteous. Explains what service needs to be done. Very professional.

Se
Review №47

Called and asked for a Dyno. Made an appointment. Find out they have no performance Dyno. Waste of time. They mainly do smogs.

Mi
Review №48

They were on time and even took me in early for my smog check. All the staff are very friendly and answered any questions I had. I will be coming back for any service I need to get done. They are also very close to the freeway which makes getting there and leaving very easy. Highly recommend.

Je
Review №49

Very professional and transparent

Br
Review №50

The front office staff, Kathy, was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable with my smog issue for my Toyota Land Cruiser. I arrived early and she was able to accommodate me. K, the owner, was extremely patient with my vehicle as it sat for a couple of years and had a few issues. I will be coming back for years and recommending family and friends.

Ma
Review №51

I’ve been going to these guys for the past 6 years and even when they moved, I stayed loyal. Each time was a great experience. Solid crew, very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Even during the Covid-19 pandemic, they’re doors were open and receptionist practiced safe distancing when I approached her desk. The leather couches in the lobby area were all sanitized too, which made my wait very comfortable. Hands down these guys are the best. Thanks for another great experience!

Su
Review №52

Ive taken my car here several times over the last year for emissions testing, oil change, and brake and suspension repairs. Ive always been very happy with the work theyve provided. Kathy at the front desk is absolutely lovely; shes always willing to go over the work and help me break it up into manageable chunks to keep my 130k mile car going!

M
Review №53

I highly recommend!!!!! Great flexibility and service. Ms. Cathy is very professional courteous and knowledgeable. We take all of our fleet here. Fair prices for quality work.

Ma
Review №54

Went there for oil change and a smog check. Was impressed by pretty thorough courtesy service inspection.

An
Review №55

Always been a great place to get a quick smog check. The staff is wonderful.

De
Review №56

I had a smog check done. The service was efficient and the customer service was excellent. I would have no problem recommending this shop to family and friends. Thanks K and Kathy for making my experience a good one.Returning customerDe Wayne

Re
Review №57

I have had three cars smog checked here -- two under the old name and one under the new. Ive noticed no difference in the service; its always great. The receptionist is friendly and knowledgeable and the check in process was seamless. I had to bring one of my cars back a second time because it had had engine work and needed more miles put on it before smog. They honored my old Groupon for this which was great. The waiting area is very comfortable and there are outlets to plug in ones electronics which is always great, so I was able to get some work done while I was there. However, I didnt have to wait long at all which was the best part of all! Great business, would definitely recommend.

Di
Review №58

I took my truck for the smog check, my truck pass the smog test, they were very nice and professional also, from the star to the end, I will use their service on the future, and also I will recommend my friends and relatives to this business.

Ni
Review №59

Easy appointment set up. And quick smog test. Very professional and friendly service.

Jo
Review №60

K and his crew always do a great job when I bring my cars in for smog check and service. Friendly, efficient, excellent service and priced right too! I highly recommend them for all of your cars needs.

Sa
Review №61

We first went to this place for a smog test, and they were very efficient and had a nice waiting room. So when we needed our categoric converter replaced after it was stolen, we took our car to Dhillon Motors. They did a great job and kept us informed at each step.

Ho
Review №62

SMOG check. Fast service. Clean and comfortable waiting area. They applied plastic car seat cover during service time.

Jo
Review №63

I have used Dhillon Motorsports (smog man) many times to get my smog check. They are always fantastic, professional, on time and thorough. I will continue to come back and recommend them to friends and family!!

To
Review №64

I took my car in for a smog check. On the way there the Oil Pressure light came on and I phoned to cancel. They offered to check the OBDII codes to see if we could proceed. No check engine conditions so we were free to continue! They went the extra step to make sure that my service could be completed successfully. I would have missed the registration due date had they not offered that extra service. In and out in 20 minutes! Excellent service, very professional operation and nice greeting. COVID-19 aware and careful! (I appreciated that!) They even wiped down the credit card machines stylus so I could pick it up and sign without concern. Nice! Highly recommended.

Ha
Review №65

Had them do the smog check on my GTI. Super friendly people and they know what theyre doing when it comes to cars. Definitely would recommend!

Ru
Review №66

I was able to use the Consumer Assistance Program for failing smog, but the diagnosis for failing was different here, than at a different repair smog shop. Lucky for me the other shop did not want to do any hard work and Dillon Motorsport did want the job. Its always turned out Dhillons diagnosis was correct and they repaired a really difficult job to pass my smog. I was saved by Dhillons from going in an expensive wrong path. Bless them for helping an impoverished elderly man !!!

Ro
Review №67

Walked in for a smog cert, gave me a discount, all done in minutes

Ma
Review №68

Great quick friendly service 👍 Always honest reliable service from the front desk to the garage and onto the road. Ive been bringing all my cars and those of my family and friends here because they are quick and can be trusted which is hard to find nowadays. I am a long time customer and always will be.

De
Review №69

Quick service, did exactly as promised.

Pe
Review №70

Scheduled to have a smog check for my Lexus. The person over the phone was very friendly and booked me an appointment. When I arrived they started working on my car right away and it was quick and nice.

da
Review №71

This is the type of repair shop you dream of finding. i have had several repairs done here as well as a few smogs. i have always been impressed with the ability and professionalism of this shop. this shop has always gone above and beyond for me. i can’t wait to have them fix it again next month for the last few things to repair. i also like that they can make a key for your car. i am so pleased with my sun roof that they fixed. they worked on my my hybrid and wow the price tag was way better than the dealership and other shops.

Ak
Review №72

Receptionist is knowledgable of the services they offer, she notified me in a timely manner, very polite, work was done sooner than I expected, I am very pleased with this shop and I am a repeat customer because of these..

Ch
Review №73

Took my 2009 BMW 328i Convertible in for a smog check this morning. It was only $68, took 20 mins, they wrapped my car seat and wore a mask the whole time (b/c of COVID). High quality, professional experience

Ni
Review №74

The receptionist was very friendly and professional. I made an appointment for a smog and was in and out within 30 minutes. Fast, reliable service! Would definitely go back for future services!

Ja
Review №75

Thumbs Up👍Great Service👍Like the Shop👍

Vi
Review №76

Friendly, knowledgeable smog service.

Ju
Review №77

This shop really took care of my car and exceed expectations. Very satisfied with their work.

Ke
Review №78

I’ve taken my older model car there several times to get smogged and have repairs . I’ve never been disappointed. Kathy at the front desk is nice, straightforward and most important of all knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

Na
Review №79

The team is super friendly and honest. They really take the time to find the exact problem with the car. (Which I prefer than half-fast service) they also keep you updated on what’s going on!

Bi
Review №80

My questions were answered and appointment made by phone. When I arrived, because of difficult current events they had very clear and understandable processes posted that were easy for me to follow and understand. The work on my car was done to my complete satisfaction. The staff was very friendly and competent.

To
Review №81

Great experience and super nice people. I was very satisfied with the knowledge and the work. The whole operation is a class act.

Hi
Review №82

Used for a smog check. Thanks!

Aa
Review №83

This place is amazing! I got the run around going to three different smog shops in San Jose that would not do my 1990 Toyota pick-up truck. I finally did some research and made a phone call to this place and was pleasntly surprised that they not only would work on my truck, but were very professional and courteous. Ive had a few freinds mention they needed a smog check and told them both to go here. By far the best smog shop Ive been to, hands down! Go here!

Ke
Review №84

This is your neighborhood garage service. outstanding work. They will make your car problems go away. And that’s all good to me.

Pa
Review №85

Service Advisor was thorough and professional. Once I arrived, my truck was serviced at the exact time it was scheduled. They did a superb job! I highly recommend them!

Ri
Review №86

I tried them once with 1 of our 3 vehicles. Worked great. Returned to have all 3 smogged here.

Ad
Review №87

My experience was pleasant and stress free! Very professional and sharp receptionist. I appreciate the thorough report that was complimentary for my current areas of concerns. As a female, I felt I was in good hands. I will be doing more business with Dhillon for sure.

Li
Review №88

Smog check! Best place to do it!

Er
Review №89

They are very fast in smogging cars great timing thats why we take our car there and very honest

St
Review №90

Everyone here is professional, friendly, and easy to work with. Just had a smog cert done on my ‘86 Corvette. Previously, had some transmission work done. Great people & great service.

Zi
Review №91

My car broke down in the middle of the road, first I thought it was possibly just the battery that died on me, but taking to Dhillon Motorsports, I was recommended a full diagnostics which found me the real problem with my car. They handled my car professionally, and Kathy touched base with me with what was happening with my car. My car was handed back to me running as smooth as new!

Sh
Review №92

Took my car in for a smog and I have to say this is a great place and Im so glad to have found it. They have the friendliest and most helpful front desk manager, super fast service, and a great waiting room thats very clean and comfortable. Will be definitely coming back and Ive already recommended them to a friends and family :)

Ha
Review №93

I came to them back in September 2016 when I revived my current daily driver and realized I was in such a rush to get my vehicle up and running, I never left them a review. I will say their current location compared to previous one is much, much nicer, and you definitely wont miss it since its a corner building. I rarely venture into downtown san jose, I looked at their shop location on Google Maps, found it instantly as soon as I turned off from Bird onto Auzerais.I will definitely come back again, theyve got the best deal around compared to other smog shops that are not gas station smog stations (I dont trust gas stations, just personal preference). I found a Groupon deal for a certain percentage off original price at the last second and they honored the deal, I didnt have to buy it beforehand so that definitely saved me, thanks to them. I had some free time on my hands so I went midday during the week (Thursday afternoon at the time of this posting and had smog check done at noon). I remember Kathy from my first visit, shes a super friendly lady, gave me all the info I needed both over the phone and in person. I think it took around 20-30 minutes, not bad at all considering some places Ive been to takes about 45 minutes, and the technician was also incredibly nice and knowledgeable.I am definitely recommending this place to anyone who lives locally in San Jose and those who are willing to drive out here because they took awesome care of me. Thanks Smog Man!11/11/20: third time Ive had them smog my vehicle now. Superb service as always. As an addition to taking precautions for covid, they have hand sanitizer if you dont have one on you. Im not sure if they wear gloves but they put seat covers before getting in your car. I was told it would take a hour but I left 45 minutes after handing the keys over. Groupon did have cheaper deals but since Ive had them smog my car numerous times in the past, I still came to them as I trust them with my vehicle. Thanks again smog man/dhillon motorsports!

De
Review №94

This place is great!! No BS. Just gave of the good price and did not say no because we had our if state license like the 2 other places we went too. Took us right in. The lady at desk who I think is Kathy but can’t remember her name for sure. Sorry. She was so nice. Took 15 min and we got certificates for our 2 cars and good to go. Highly recommend this place!!

St
Review №95

Always a great experience. Very friendly and is usually a quick turnaround. I work at a dealership and can get it done at work but I always get my smogs done here. Walked in Monday afternoon with no appointment (was in the area) and figured Id see if they could get my smog done, no problem. In and out in about 30min after getting written up. Thanks for the great service as always.

Ly
Review №96

This place was Awesome!! I went in to get my car smogged and they were very quick. The lady at the desk was very nice too.

Hu
Review №97

Ive been taking all of my vehicles here for many years, now. Dont want to go anywhere else because I get great service, good pricing, and they know what theyre doing. Very pleased & satisfied with these guys.

Jo
Review №98

Overall a great experience and business.Their service manager is wonderful and professional. She made sure I was well informed about the costs, services, replacements, and repairs my vehicle needed. She also took the time to find a part my vehicle needed in a short period of time, which to me is amazing. My vehicle didnt last long in their shop. Which shows to me that they work effiencently as experts and professionals in the job(s) that they do. Very thankful for their help and being treated respectfully and honestly. Highly recommended.

Je
Review №99

Very pleasant staff. Comfortable waiting room. Speedy service. I would recommend them and will return again.

Go
Review №100

Very professional, happy people. Able to do the small fixes the 1990 F150 Ford Truck needed to pass smog. I am very happy with the competency and as a woman it was nice not to be talked down to. This is definitely my new place for my cars mechanical needs! Thank you crew.

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4.9 Rating
  • Address:646 Auzerais Ave, San Jose, CA 95126, United States
  • Site:http://dhillonmotorsports.com/
  • Phone:+1 408-999-0699
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Oil change service
  • Smog inspection station
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:7AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–6PM
  • Thursday:7AM–6PM
  • Friday:7AM–6PM
  • Saturday:7AM–6PM
  • Sunday:8AM–4PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
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