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Andy Anderson
3 months ago
I've slogged my vehicles here for years. No appointment necessary. Family owned and operated. Friendly service.
Owen
a year ago
Do not use Spring Street Auto unless you like getting scammed.I took my car in for a smog check and after paying full price, was told it didn't pass because the idle RPM was too high (The car was idling around 700 RPM). It sounded odd at the time and when I started asking for more information I was told either get my car scheduled for repairs or get it out of the way.I took the same car to another mechanic the next day and explained what had happened. The new mechanic seemed confused by Spring Street Auto's explanation for failing my vehicles smog inspection but said we could try to test it again to see what happens. It passed with no issues.Take from that what you will, but it seems to me Spring Street Auto was dishonest and stole from me in an attempt to scam even more money out of me.Services: Auto emissions testing, Smog certification, Emissions testing
Fred Guido
4 months ago
Ron did a smog on my Corolla. No waiting, just fast service
mars jokela
a year ago
Great folks here. My truck was stranded while I was visiting friends in Paso, and I had to have Ron and Matt put a new head in my Ranger. With parts delays things took a super long time and they were very patient and friendly about the whole deal, and helping me schedule time to come back to pick it up. They tested the fix very thoroughly to be sure I could travel back and pick it up; unfortunately I had a minor complication but they sprang back into action and made sure I would be on my way the next day. I'd happily bring my business here again.
Sharon Arnette
a year ago
I have to say, I am so disappointed that I was treated as I was. I dropped off my 1998 Lexus and told they would call me upon completion. There was no call and I showed up 20 minutes after the quoted time to check in. The owner was obviously having a difficult and stressful day, as I could tell my his expressions and short temper. He snapped at me that my car was done and had been done. Proceeded to charge me $80 for my smog check. I gave him my card. As he was running it he notified me Your car didn t pass smog . Wish I d read reviews. I was shocked I still had to pay full price and that he didn t even tell me until after I was charged. He told me they were not responsible if it passed or failed and I d be charged $20 less next time. I asked what I had to do to get it to pass and he vaguely told me to drive it 20 minutes one way and back at 55 miles an hour and try again. I need to go get it done again and I m already out $80. Other places I ve called since charge only $50 and $40 if it doesn t pass.Service: Smog certification
Shelby Kittle
a year ago
I never planned on having so much trouble with my car. I was actually next door to spring street auto and the main man ron came out and said he would take care of it. These guys went so far out of their way for two weeks to get everything fixed in my car which had to have been a nightmare and now it is running perfect. Five stars all the way. Great people great workServices: Auto engine tuning, Auto emissions testing
Rose Caulkins
2 years ago
Called in to bring my truck for a smog check. They were able to fit me immediately. They were fast and efficient. Fair pricing and great service! Would highly recommend!Service: Emissions testingService: Emissions testing
Bob Powell
9 months ago
Got the car smog tested. Easy and quick. Friendly service every time I've been there
Mary Kominsky
6 months ago
I go here every time I need a smog. Always polite and have not had any probls here.Service: Smog certificationService: Smog certification
Elizabeth Teissere
2 years ago
My car is here as we speak, so far their customer service is top notch. They've been so helpful and are great with communication. I have faith that they will be the ones to figure out what is wrong with my vehicle.I will update this review as soon as I know the final outcome.
P Hansen
3 years ago
Our company operates a fleet of vehicles of which we rely and entrust Spring Street Auto to care for. We have been consistently rewarded by their honest and direct approach to every issue our vehicles have presented. It is and has been a pleasure to work with them and look forward to a long term working relationship with such a knowledgeable and hard working group of mechanics. We are not able to give a higher recommendation to anyone needing routine or unexpected repairs to your vehicles!Services: Transmission, Hybrid vehicles service, Electrical repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Engine repair, A/C installation & repair, Air conditioning, Smog certification, Battery, Emissions testing, Oil change
Elise Litts
3 years ago
Told me my vehicle was a rats nests of problems and I might as well trade it in. We've moved from the area and took my vehicle back to my trusted mechanic, who fixed the problems for less than $1k. Bummer for him, better for me. When I asked around if others had any mechanics they suggested, I was told to NOT go here. Wish I had asked around first!With such a prime spot close to downtown, the expectations are high. To say he didn't meet my expectations is a huge understatement.
Eddie joe
a year ago
Best service ever.We broke down in Santa Maria on the 101. Needed a new alternator. Had car towed and the repaired and replaced alternator in 90 minutes. We were back on the road in no time. THANKS AGAIN.
Blake Wallace
3 years ago
Great people and super speedy. I had to get my car smogged and it needed to be STAR certified, and this place is one of the only places around that is able to do that. I called them, they said bring it right in, arrived 5 min later, and was out after just 10 min. Would recommend to anyone.Service: Smog certificationService: Smog certification
Gene Parkes
3 years ago
The owner of this place does not know his smog machine only tests cars 2000 and older for passing smog checks! He tested and charged me for my 96 Tahoe and it failed do to his machine not able to connect to my vehicle, said it was my check engine light in which we just had work done at the DEALERSHIP to correct. Everything else passed! 10 minuets later I had it tested at Paso Chevy on their machine IT PASSED! He literally ripped me off for $90. NO apologies after he discovered or already knew HIS MACHINE CANNOT PASS ANY CAR UNDER THE YEAR 2000!Service: Smog certification
Dave Pelletier
2 years ago
Apparently nobody around here can offer a Star Smog Certification. Thought I was gonna have to run to SLO. Spring Street Auto saved me half a day of running around. Got me in and out in under 10 minutes. very friendly and to the point. go here. theyre great.Service: Smog certificationService: Smog certification
Jr Odom
3 years ago
Im extremely pleased with Spring Street Auto. I brought them my 1990 Nissan 300zx twin turbo for a smog. Ron quickly got to work with the smog but soon informed me that the catalytic converters were likely ruined and that the engine needed some tuning. I left the car with Ron and Matt and within a day or 2 my car was running like it never had before. The repairs were so good in fact that the old clutch could no longer handle the power. Ron and Matt were willing to take on the clutch swap job, no easy feat as a 3 foot ratchet extension is needed to get to the top bolts of the transmission. While the transmission was out I had them install a new 1998 300zx tt transmission as well. The car became a rocketship, behaving like it never had before faster and more scary then ever. Later I finally got the new catalytic converters welded in the car by a local shop and the car passed smog no problem. I got to see the catalytic converters at the muffler shop and boy was Ron right, one was half clogged and the other had a quarter sized inch deep crush mark. These guys know there stuff and are good at what they do, give them the opportunity and you won't be disappointed.Services: Transmission, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Engine repair, Smog certification, Emissions testing
Jamal Christopher Jones
4 years ago
Excellent service. I pulled up asked for a smog with no appointment and 30 minutes later all done. The guy that runs it is very nice and warm.
Monique Ramirez
3 years ago
This was my friend Tom Hack s experience with this place, quote unquote:Work never completed!!! $460.00 for an incomplete smog check!! The guy was rude and delusional!! Totally incompetent!! Never got any of my money back, not even an apology!! So I then went to Matt s Smog in Paso Robles and got incredible service and was treated like a king!! Go to MATT s SMOG, you won t be disappointed!!Service: Smog certification
K Slusser
6 years ago
Asked for a pre-smog check as I knew it would fail and wanted to get an idea of what I would have to replace. Instead he did a full check and charged close to $90 and reported the truck to the state as a gross polluter. He then told me it would be another $150 to diagnose the problem and give me a repair estimate which "might exceed the value of the truck". I took the truck home and fixed the loose spark plug wire, which turned out to be the problem. I took the truck to Lube N GO in Templeton they tested the truck which passed, but could not certify it, since it was labeled as a gross polluter, he suggested I call the state hotline they informed me that it had to be retested at a STAR certified station the only on in town, you guessed it. Spring Street Auto. I asked for an alternative and they referred me the Paso Robles Ford several miles east of town. I called Paso Robles Ford and they were able to slip me into their busy schedule , check and certified the truck while I waited in their spacious waiting room everyone was very friendly and courteous.
Christopher Dickinson
10 years ago
Everyone says this guy is nice. I've been there a few times now. But last time I went I was treated very badly. I told him i needed a carb adjustment because it was running rought so i adjusted it myself before hand. I just wanted it adjusted while the smog machine was in manual mode. I asked him 6 times how much it would cost and couldn't get an answer. Eventually he told me he was just gonna do a smog, and said that it didn't need an adjustment. I ended up taking my truck to Villa Automotive in SLO where they adjusted the carb and got made the emissions much better. I will no longer go here because i was treated so rudly.
Yvonne Willis
11 years ago
Been coming here on and off for many years, I know if my kids break down in town I send them to spring St. Auto,because he and his wife are honest and very hard working.Thank you for being a pillar in our community.He taught my boy how to air up his tires and check his oil.He is a great technician and man.Thank you,Yvonne Willis
Joe Aguayo
7 years ago
This guy seemed nice but just wanted my money I took my truck to get smogged knowing that it wasn't ready to get smogged bc I reset the check engine light after fixing the problem ur supposed to drive it for a while. So instead of telling me it wasn't ready like another smog shop told me he did it anyways and still charged me for nothing don't go here rip off
Simon Willison
a year ago
We came in with a part of our car that was scraping along the road - Matt was so friendly and fixed the issue for us in less than five minutes.
Julia Brown
3 years ago
Ive been there several times for a smog. He is quick and professional. Best small town family auto business around.
TJ deVroede
5 months ago
Husband and wife team are super pro and just as friendly!
Chuck Swanson
4 years ago
Prices are high and hospitality is low.I think they think because they are on spring street they can charge what they want and be rude to customers.There are plenty of other mechanics in town that are reasonably price and appreciate the business.
Niko
a year ago
One of the few places in Paso that does smog inspections for 1999 and older vehicles.
F1REMAN317
9 months ago
Ron is a really nice guy. I. And out within 30 minutes.
Chad Patten
9 months ago
Make sure and check your hood is fully latched BEFORE you leave....