Assuming you live in California...here is a link that should help. smogtips.com/smog_program.cfm I know I paid appx. $45 when I had my last smog inspection.
Some places will offer a free re-inspection should your car not pass. Be sure they offer this service just in case.
I would go to yellowbook.com and find out who performs smog checks in your area. Next, find out who offers free estimates and call around.
If you are near California,pls think of the Joe's Smog Check & Test Only Station, Its Prices list: Smog Inspection Cars : $49.75 Smog Inspection Trucks: $59.75 Smog Inspection SUVs : $59.75 Smog Inspection Vans : $59.75 EVAP TESTING : $5.00 Smog Pre Inspections : $29.75 Smog Certificate : $8.25 Electronic Transfer Fee: $2.00 Pass Or Free Retest: All Retests are only Valid for 7 days from Original Inspection Date. Not Valid if Vehicle Fails for CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. But you can get discount price : Get Your Smog Checks for $32.00 Total Includes: State Certificate & ETF Fees for 2000 to 2007 Cars, Trucks & SUVs For All Types of Smog Check Inspections (A $60.00 Value)* Customers are no longer required to print the coupons in order to conserve on paper and ink.
Just mention Joe's Web Site for your discounts,Print your Smog Check Discount Coupon.
A good price for a smog check is (without quotes):.
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