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Can The Same Smog Station Which Tested My Car Also Repair It?

I failed my smog test at a STAR smog station which was required. Can the same STAR station also fix my car so it will pass. Tech said it could cost up to $1000 Since my car is a 1995. I am not sure it is worth it. By the way, the same smog station also asked if I wanted to sell my car. It has 186,000 miles on it.
Answer:

If the STAR smog station which inspected your vehicle is a Test & Repair smog station, as opposed to a Test Only smog station, yes they can test your car and also repair it. Both STAR and non-STAR smog test & repair and smog test only stations exist. Just ask the station which type they are. Learn about the Different Types of California Smog Stations. As far as the repair cost and the station offering to buy your vehicle... it's not uncommon for smog stations and auto repair facilities in general to be involved with purchasing and selling vehicles. Unless the business is buying the vehicle for personal use, they need to have a used car dealer license. Aside for that, and only to ensure there is no underlying motive to quote you a higher than actual repair cost for your vehicle's smog failure, we'd recommend you get a 2nd opinion regarding what is required to be repaired in order to get your vehicle to pass the smog check. posted by SmogTips Support

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