Chris' Discount Muffler & Brake
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Review highlights
"They do a lot more than smog tests and do it very well and a great price!"
"Great service, really friendly staff."
"Chris and Tony at the Smog Shop did a wonderful job in fixing my cars problems."
Overview
Categories
Auto repair shop
Directions
276 11th St
San Francisco, CA, 94103
Phone number
Call: (415) 863-4110Website
N/A
Hours
Sunday
Closed
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Description
Experience comprehensive car care at The Smog Shop, a Star Certified Station, your trusted auto repair service center in the heart of San Francisco. Specializing in both smog checks and a wide array of repair services, we’re dedicated to ensuring your vehicle is not only environmentally compliant but also running at its best. Our ASE-certified technicians employ state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to offer a full range of repairs — from brakes and engines to transmissions and exhaust systems. We pride ourselves on transparency, efficiency, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. For all your auto maintenance needs and meticulous service, The Smog Shop, a Star Certified Station, is your go-to destination for quality and convenience.
Services
Reviews (24)
Jan 06, 2025
Nice positive people reable prices of your car they do the work if your car don't need the work they don't charge you to look it up recommend my brakes were fix my door got stuck yhave it take it some place else happy holiday have a great happy 🎉🎉🎉 new years 2025 my best wishes for all your workers Chris
Dec 06, 2024
Chris and his team look a look at my car 5 min before closing AND stayed after hours to fix up my brakes. They were super honest, respectful, and got me in and out within 30 min. If I had to come later, I would've benign trouble so I appreciate these guys a lot. Come to this repair shop ^
Oct 06, 2024
Extremely pleasant and humorous staff and efficient service. I recommend them without hesitation.
Sep 06, 2024
Great work and service. I brought my ‘89 4Runner for a new muffler and tailpipe. The team did a great job. They had no qualms about working on a vintage vehicle and made sure the job was done right. I will be bringing my other vehicles here in the future.
Jun 06, 2024
These guys are the real deal. They are very careful and meticulous about solving the actual problem and not just taking the easy and expensive way out. Two other shops in the South Bay (both with great reviews) told me I needed a new catalytic converter ($$$!!!) to pass smog - Chris and team identified that it was a sensor issue instead, quickly replaced the sensors, and then smog’d it saving me literally thousands of dollars. I’ll be coming here whenever my check engine light comes on again! Also, really great shop to come to as a solo woman. I was treated super respectfully from the moment I walked in the door!
Feb 06, 2024
Chris’ got my breaks sorted quick and at a great price. The service was super friendly. I will be back.
Feb 06, 2024
I couldn't feel better about my experience with these guys.. super nice staff and super nice owner. I needed a new cat to pass smog, they were super transparent on the pricing and went above and beyond searching around to find the lowest deal. They didn't try to force me into any service they were just super helpful and got the job done quick. I'll be going back to get some oil leaks fixed and likely do all my maintenance here from now on. Thanks guys!
Feb 06, 2024
Place is amazing, been going to the smog shop for 16 years (this and previous location) they don’t mess around. The do good work.
Feb 06, 2024
The owner really gets involved in fixing your car. He is a very nice guy, and he worked with me at all times.
Feb 06, 2023
Chris is amazing. Top notch service and accurate quotes. He even replaced a sensor on my brakes two months after the rotor change and it was instant and complimentary.
Feb 06, 2023
My favorite city ,Chris the Manager is a great person ,always willing to help out ,just like his Pops .Rip ,Thanks for everything thru out the years. Marc. / Muni 💯
Feb 06, 2023
They replaced our cat converter in no time, no appointment needed and everyone in the shop is very friendly and professional.
Feb 06, 2022
I am not a review writer, but after over a decade of excellent quality service I gotta give these guys kudos 🙌 Chris is always courteous, professional and willing to help out. Above all else, they are literally HONEST mechanics. Two words that usually don’t go together, right?! I have trusted this shop for almost 15 years now through two trucks. They have worked on my AC, belts, brakes and rotors and regular oil changes. All without a hitch. They checked out my second truck before I bought it and have given me advice throughout. Chris, the owner, is a top notch guy and he hires well. Most of the guys stick with him long-term. They’ve helped keep my truck in great shape!
Feb 06, 2022
It is always a good experience when I go to Chris's smog shop
Feb 06, 2022
No drama, reliable.
Feb 06, 2022
Repaired a broken exhaust pipe at resonator in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost. A month later I returned with same vehicle for a STAR smog inspection and that was also completed timely and at a reasonable cost. Chris, the manager, is very customer oriented. I recommend this shop for your automotive needs.
Feb 06, 2022
Super helpful shop, accommodating and did everything they could to give the best service possible. Coming back for sure!
Feb 06, 2020
My family has been coming here for years! Repair shop you can trust
Feb 06, 2020
The only place i take my vehicle, always great work 😊❗❗💯
Feb 06, 2020
They’ve been my go-to mechanics since 2008. I’ve had 3 cars in this period, and they’ve always taken great care of my vehicles. They’re honest, professional, good people. I don’t trust anywhere else.
Feb 06, 2019
Great guys. Fast friendly and reasonably priced.
Feb 06, 2019
I have been a fan and customer of Mr. Norman at DISCOUNT MUFFLER &BRK since he started on 9th street San Francisco CA. , he always has the correct answer and preffers to sell you an affotdable used item in like new condition instead of skinning you with an overpriced new item , thus he has helped me pass smog on many different vehicles by installing A USED SMOG PASSING CATALETIC CONVERTER , do I really need to prase the absolutely Competent rare find of a Muffler guru Mr. Norman and his carefully sellected proffecional staff..??! JUST GO AND SEE FOR YOURSELF and my review will confirm itself..!! .... by SAEED M.´..!!
Feb 06, 2018
Chris and Tony (and the rest of the staff) run a first class garage. They're knowledgeable, friendly, respectful, and efficient, and they take excellent care of their customers and their customers' vehicles. Their pricing is fair, and they never try to talk you into servicing your vehicle in unnecessary ways. I've been a customer for nearly ten years (three different cars) and would never consider having my car serviced anywhere else.
Feb 06, 2018
They were helpful and quick. I dropped off my car in the morning around 8:30 am and picked it up 5:30 pm. I am not familiar with car repairs so I cannot comment if the cost was reasonable or not. But my car problem is fixed.