Representing the smog testers in the cluster of automotive shops on Topanga just south of Devonshire, K-T Smog Test Only is a reliable, quick provider of DMV smog certifications. Someone can also take a look at malfunctioning brake lights and deal with minor electrical issues. State law prohibits repair shops from issuing smog certificates, which makes K-T a convenient local option when the smog renewal notice shows up in the mail. For most small to mid-sized cars, the testing process takes less than a half-hour.
Grumpy's Automotive is an all-purpose general auto repair shop. Grumpy's works on foreign and domestic automobiles only—no motorcycles or trucks, and no race cars. Additionally, while Grumpy's does most repair work, it is unable to install/reinstall air bags. Technically located on Canoga Avenue, Grumpy's Automotive is physically located on Mayal Street, which intersects at Canoga. Ample signage on the corner of Canoga and Mayal makes it easy to locate this business. It shares space with Grumpy's Smog Center, a testing-only emissions center in the adjacent unit run by the same owner.
Simply put, Mike Bradley and company are straight shooters. This is a veteran operation that places high value on honesty and ethics.
That's a welcoming notion in the often shark-infested waters of the auto repair trade. Many steady customers wholly trust this shop's professionals to honestly and accurately find and fix what's wrong.
Only Japanese and American cars are serviced at Mike Bradley's. European car owners will have to look elsewhere, though the options up and down Canoga Avenue alone are abundant. Chatsworth has more than its fair share of auto body and repair businesses.