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STAR certified stations are Smog Check stations that meet higher performance standards established by the Bureau of Automotive Repair.

The new STAR Program began January 1, 2013, and replaced the Gold Shield and Test Only programs. If your vehicle registration states your vehicle requires a smog check at a Star Station, your vehicle must be taken to a STAR certified station, like ours!

When your vehicle becomes 6 years old the DMV requires a smog test every 2 years. For example in year 2018 all vehicles 2012 and older require a smog test every 2 years.

When your diesel vehicle becomes 6 years old the DMV requires a smog test every 2 years. For example in year 2018 all vehicles 2012 and older require a smog test every 2 years.

Aftermarket performance parts require an Executive Order Number which is issued by the California Air Resources Board to the manufacturer of the part. If the part is CARB approved the manufacturer will include a CARB EO sticker in the box and that sticker must be installed on the vehicle, usually under the hood near the part. If you can't find your sticker, bring it in - we'll help you find it!

Section 24007 (b)(2) of the California Vehicle Code states THE SELLER is responsible, it's the LAW. In private party transactions, the seller must provide the buyer with a proof of smog certification prior to the transfer of ownership. If the vehicle is purchased from a dealer, the passing Vehicle Inspection Report should be provided as part of the transfer documents. It is evidence that the vehicle meets state requirements for smog equipment. A vehicle that has not been issued a smog certification cannot be registered. We recommend that you be present when the vehicle is smog tested to ensure it was passed appropriatly. You can also refer the seller to us to have your vehicle smog checked, we'd be happy to take care of the both you!

We are conveniently located at:

6551 Westminster Blvd. #A

Westminster, CA 92683

Phone: 714.723.4681

Email: info@westcoastsmogcheck.com

Ready to serve you 7 days a week!

Mon - Fri, 8am - 6pm
Saturday, 8am - 6pm
Sunday, 9am - 3pm