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Doctor J Automotive
- Integrity
- Fair
- Confidence
“They put in the extra effort to find the largely out of stock battery promptly in addition to checking the electrical system and doing the usual maintenance.”
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 24 here come from towns including Huntington Beach (9, 10 mi), Long Beach (5, 21 mi) and Costa Mesa (2, 4 mi).
16 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Karta Motorwerks
- Labor
- Warranty
- The Future
“My vehicle needed parts to be ordered which took a week since they were on back order, but they contacted the warranty service to let them know and I was able to get a rental car very quickly.”
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Automotive Excellence
“Within a few hours, they found the issue, contacted a local dealer and verified it was a recall for my vehicle my own dealer didn't even mention when I initially called.”
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Laguna Auto Service Center
- Check
- Team
- Job
“As a long time Laguna Beach residents we have used Laguna Auto Service Center for so many of our auto needs ( from tires to body work) for many many years.”
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A E Automotive
- Truck
- Brian is the Best
- Honest
“Had some maintenance work done and Evo and Alex are always polite and courteous to all there customers felt confident the work they did was done correctly .”
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Expertec Automotive
“Thank you to Walter,the service advisor who helped me and the awesome front desk staff of Krista and Elimly and my deepest gratitude to Gary Frahm, the mgr.”
Listed for drivers in and around Newport Beach, CA, these 24 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 24 technicians on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 4,933 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), quality (78%) and value (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "honest", "communication" and "diagnosis". 16 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are auto repair (2), brake services (2) and engine repair (2). 7 list staff certifications (ASE) and 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 55 years. 5 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 10 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the technicians on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 6 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.
Do any shops listed for Newport Beach check an exhaust free?
2 of the 24 shops state that they estimate at no charge. Exhaust work is one of the few jobs where that is easy to honor, because the fault is visible from under the car, so ask them to put it on the lift and point at the hole.
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Automotive Excellence
- Old Car
- Brake
- Honest
“For more than twenty years, Evi and Alex have consistantly provided solid repairs and clever exhaust solutions very quickly, honestly and at a good dollar value.”
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Broadway German Service
- Engine
- Cost
- BMW
“I took my Mercedes and bmw there and I would say they are good mechanics, however they take longer than usual and are more expensive than the average price for maintenance.”
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Schmidty's Garage
“I contacted Schmidty's since my husband and his entire family have been taking our cars there for years when my mother came in town and smelled a strong fuel odor in her car.”
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Independent Repair & Tire Pros
- Pricing
- Inspection
- Communication
“Even though this business is not close to where I live, it is worth the drive and being able to set an appointment, and to wait for work to be done (VERY comfortable lounge, coffee and snacks!!!”
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Metric Autosport
- Job
- Honest
- Volkswagen Golf mk7
“When I got there there were about 3 GT Is in the garage and 4 in the lot and they were all definitely not stock which was just cool to see but also shows how much other people trust these guys and how much experience they have.”
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Pro Tire Auto Service
“Sun has insights around the area, will not overcharge you, and will speak to you with objectivity and a thoughtful perspective about how to handle your car.”
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D&S Tire Solutions
“Fist time at this spot, they took me in between a bunch of errands I was running right before I left on our trip and they took an easy 15 minutes without any appointment.”
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Performance Plus Tire and Automotive Superstore
“I was in need of some new tires for my Camaro, and I found my usual sources for tires had the tires I needed had gone up due to inflation (by a considerable amount), so I did a Google search and found this place out of Long Beach, California (LBC) ha...”
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Cars Automotive & Muffler
- Light
- Work
- Communication
“The team at Cars automotive & muffler are great, their work and customer service is well above standard, they go out of their way to please their customers and stand by their work.”
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Matt's A Plus Car Care
- Job
- Jetta
- GTI
“They know all the common and not so common issue, run proper diagnostic, explain well what's going on, are transparent about your pricing, and let you take the decision.”
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BRO Muffler
- Job
- Resonator
- Exhaust
“Very friendly knowledgeable about exhaust systems I bought a car that was loud and he helped me make it quiet without spending a lot of money and at the end of the day when everyone usually closes thanks again!”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- Engine
- Team
- Auto Shop
“The whole staff makes you feel welcomed and taken care of, would for sure recommend this to anyone looking to get any automotive task done on their car!”
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Brothers Automotive
- Prices
“I was weary at first, not knowing anything about cars, and afraid that I would get taken advantage of, but Aslan and Ken not only explained everything to me, but also showed me what they were doing and why.”
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My Dad's Auto Service
- Mechanics
- Honest
- Prices
“I think it's my best experience for going to auto repair service, they checked my brake sounds and explained to me, and I understand my problem and every checking is free .”
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Joe's Auto Center
- People
- Turn Around Time
- Alternator
“No one likes to take their car in for repairs let's face it - but when you have craftsmanship and genuine customer service, it certainly makes it a much kinder experience.”
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DNZ Automotive Inc
- Vehicles
- Truck
- Mechanic
“I have been using DNZ for a couple of years for my 1999 Jeep Cherokee and my 2011 BMW 528 and could not be happier with the quality of care, the excellent customer service and the affordable prices.”
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Charlie's Automotive Inc
“It's all good from the moment you arrive you absolutely know that you're in the best of hisyou can count on Charlie explaining everything to you and show you as well .”
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John's Auto
“You will not find a more honest, timely, and quality Auto Shop, John has proven his quality and I would never consider taking any of my cars to another shop.”
Muffler and Catalytic Converter Services in Newport Beach, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$103
Maximum cost
$1592
National Average
$160
Avg Per Hour Rates
$86
$126
$273
Average price range is based on 460 cost profiles
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