I was surprised to see that my car needed a smog certificate before I could renew my registration. There weren’t many days to get it done in time for the deadline. After searching online for a place near me, I called one and the fellow there said they didn’t provide that service, and recommended the Smog shop at Santa Monica Motors. It was late afternoon when I left for there, concerned I’d run into a big line of folks after school let out, etc. When I arrived, I saw there were two bays doing smog tests and one was open. In went my car, while one very nice person handles the paperwork and another went right to work on my car. I was directed to a comfortable outdoor waiting area, and in no more than 10 minutes, my car was done, thankfully had passes and I went inside to the friendly cashier. I had downloaded a $10 off coupon, and my cost was $68. If I’d chosen to spend $39 more, she would have processed my registration renewal then and there. I’ve rarely been pleasantly surprised by an automotive business, but the Smog Shop at Santa Monica Motors did just that. Highly recommend this quick, professional and pleasant business!!!!