Doctor J Automotive
“Grateful for the 30+ years of trusted service from Doctor J Automotive.”
Best Muffler & Exhaust Shops near Newport Beach, CA
We have 2 technicians in Newport Beach on file, but only the highest-rated make our list, and none of them made it; the 14 here come from towns including Huntington Beach (10, 10 mi), Midway City (2, 11 mi) and Costa Mesa (1, 4 mi).
6 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Expertec Automotive
“Even when problems happen, they always have a solution and work with you to fix it and make things great”
A E Automotive
“Best service ever Brian is always so flexible so helpful literally will not go anywhere else ever the best”
Laguna Auto Service Center
“Great friendly service, I had a very nice experience here and I will be back for any future services.”
Automotive Excellence
“They were incredibly thorough, took the time to explain everything clearly, and were completely honest about what my Toyota needed (and didn't need).”
Schmidty's Garage
“Best Customer Service, honest work, clean lobby - highly recommend to anyone nearby!”
Listed for drivers in and around Newport Beach, CA, these 14 shops handle mufflers, pipes and catalytic converters. What each one says about welding, custom work and warranties comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Newport Beach, CA
The 14 technicians on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 3,676 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "honest" and "diagnosis". 6 are open on Saturdays. 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 47 years. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the technicians on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Can I book an exhaust job online with shops listed for Newport Beach?
An online booking link appears on 5 of the 14 listings here. Most exhaust work is short enough to be a same-week appointment, though a converter or a full section may wait on a part arriving.
Metric Autosport
“Brian runs a trustworthy shop, communicates clearly, and gets the job done right.”
Pro Tire Auto Service
“I've had a lot of cars worked on there and he beats prices 99% of the time with quality service and great waiting times”
DNZ Automotive Inc
“I now drive my cars all the way from Ventura County because I know I'll get a thorough inspection, an honest assessment, and a fair estimate every time”
Matt's A Plus Car Care
“I've been going here for 4 years and I have had nothing but excellent service and professionalism and good prices as well.”
BRO Muffler
“When you have an exhaust problem, Bro Muffler is your go-to mechanic for a solution.”
Brothers Automotive
“They are honest, knowledgeable and will never deceive you!”
Banh Automotive
“They made the most stressful situation(collision repair) a pleasant encounter.”
Auto Electric
“Not only did they diagnose and fix the issues with my Thunderbird efficiently, but they also took the time to explain everything clearly and ensure I understood the work being done”
Why these companies made our list
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