Muffler & Exhaust Shops in Oakland, CA

24 technicians listed · all 24 in Oakland · 14 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+

Minute Muffler & Service Center

Minute Muffler & Service Center

(47)
“I came in with a suspension problem I never experienced before ( called the Chevy shake/death wobble) Arilio got right on it and solved my problem adding a stabilizer, so far so good I'll be returning for a follow up soon per his instructions.”
In Business Since 1971
Coupons & Offers
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
6818 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA
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Auto Row Smog & Repair

Auto Row Smog & Repair

(46)
  • Price
  • Competent
  • Catalytic Converter
“First time I took my car what's for a smog perfect passing everything second time I took it was for repair second timer I took a car to them was for repair everything is reasonable if you take it to the manufacturer it will cost you if you take it to...”
In Business Since 2008
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
3060 Broadway, Oakland, CA
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Le's Auto Body & Engine Repair

Le's Auto Body & Engine Repair

(42)
  • Prices
  • Smog
  • Ford
“I never am a big fan of getting work done on my car but Tam and his team made it easier than ever- I dropped in for an oil change on 8/21 and when I pulled one, on of Tam's team hopped up and was ready to work on my car immediately.”
In Business Since 2010
Family Business
1550 E 12th St, Oakland, CA
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Bancroft Auto Repair & Auto Body

Bancroft Auto Repair & Auto Body

(46)
  • Price
  • Fair
  • System
“I recently took my other car to them to try to fix an issue that's been mis-diagnosed (meaning that it was supposed to have been fixed but then showed up again pretty immediately and sometimes worse!”
In Business Since 1997
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
5342 Bancroft Ave, Oakland, CA
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Shorty Kustoms & Performance

Shorty Kustoms & Performance

(22)
“I called in advance and he got me in same day took care of my service and provided me feedback on some other work.”
In Business Since 2018
Locally Owned & Operated
BBB Rating: A+
6672 Bancroft Ave, Oakland, CA
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MJ Automotive Repair and Electric

MJ Automotive Repair and Electric

(49)
“Mario discovered the problem with my headlight (a bad connector) within 5 minutes and assured me I didn't need to replace the entire unit (which another mechanic told me was necessary).”
In Business Since 2015
851 E 12th St, Oakland, CA
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Area overview: Oakland, CA

All 24 technicians we list here are in Oakland itself. We have 43 technicians in Oakland on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The technicians on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 1,549 reviews; 13 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 value (89%), professionalism (83%) and punctuality (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "fair", "honest" and "communication". 14 are open on Saturdays. 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 107 years. 3 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 10 of the technicians on this page; 5 publish a contact page and 3 list a public email. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.

Data verified October 9, 2026

Listed for drivers in and around Oakland, 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.

XYZ Motors

XYZ Motors

(28)
  • Price
  • Needs
  • Mechanic
“Services Transmission, Carburetor cleaning, Auto body & trim repair, Auto windshield repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, Auto battery replacement, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, Painting, Auto glass repair, Auto water l...”
In Business Since 2010
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
299 29th St, Oakland, CA
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BT Auto Repair

BT Auto Repair

(48)
  • Price
  • Brake
  • Inspection
“"Satisfied or reimbursed" I've always been satisfied to go there and decided to make them my main auto repair as they provided every service I ever needed so far and for a fair price without complications.”
In Business Since 1993
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3412 San Leandro St, Oakland, CA
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AG Precision Motors LLC

AG Precision Motors LLC

(23)
  • BMW
  • Diagnose
  • Mechanic
“Their knowledge about vehicle maintenance and repair rivals bigger shops in the Bay Area and their turn around time has always matched their estimates and their ability to diagnose even the most difficult and complex problems are done with ease.”
In Business Since 2012
Family Business
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3068 Broadway, Oakland, CA
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I AM Auto Care

I AM Auto Care

(37)
  • Price
  • Vehicle
  • Fair
“Let me first start by saying Justin was very honest with me from the beginning I took my car in for a message on my dash saying “charging malfunction” I was pretty sure I was going to need a new battery or alternator but after checking out my car Jus...”
In Business Since 2018
2550 High St, Oakland, CA
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Charles Auto

Charles Auto

(17)
  • Price
  • Mechanic
“Great Customer Service,Great Technical skill,and above all Fair price and hospitality.”
In Business Since 1991
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
4500 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA
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A & A Auto Repair & Tire Service

A & A Auto Repair & Tire Service

(46)
“This is not your big pretty shop with a computer system that spams you and that has a waiting lounge with netflix and 5 flavors of coffee, and a professional salesperson who earns a commission working the front desk.”
1093 61st St, Oakland, CA
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Yao Auto Repair (Formerly Yang Auto Repair)

Yao Auto Repair (Formerly Yang Auto Repair)

(46)
  • Price
  • Theft
  • Welded
“Not only did they replace my converter quickly, but when my check engine light came on the next day, they offered to check it out right away (it ended up just being the sensor).”
1101 7th Ave, Oakland, CA
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Jason's Auto Services

Jason's Auto Services

(35)
  • Team
  • Honest
  • Price
“Two other places turned me away, but Joseph/Jason's took me in and had a look at it and test drove ( all without an appointment) gabe me their prognosis and even did a quick fix on something that he noticed was cosmetically not ideal.”
In Business Since 1997
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
2424 Broadway, Oakland, CA
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Johnny's Auto Repair Shop

Johnny's Auto Repair Shop

(41)
  • Price
  • Selling
  • Mechanic
“Initially I only planned to replace my Rear Differential, which he confirmed was damaged but also said my rear hub bearings were very bad, which i suspected and luckily i had bought a new set sitting in my trunk that i planned to replace myself but h...”
In Business Since 1993
3051 Brook St, Oakland, CA
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ABP Repair

ABP Repair

(20)
“Have you ever taken your car to mechanic to do to his knowledge of parts and experience is able to fix the car and no other mechanic could this is the guy he works on your car like you're his family”
In Business Since 1969
1009 7th St, Oakland, CA
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MC Radiators & Welding

MC Radiators & Welding

(27)
“A support rod broke on my Benz and it sounded like my muffler was about to fall off like it was really loud these guys charged me $60 bucks to fix!!!!!!!”
In Business Since 1986
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
4307 E 12th St, Oakland, CA
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Young's Automotive

Young's Automotive

(36)
  • Price
  • Job
  • Money
“I have had him tell me not to fix something because he doesn't think it is worth the money (though he will if you insist/ask), and he has done numerous small things free of charge (diagnose a check engine light problem that was just the gas cap, repl...”
In Business Since 1985
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3509 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA
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Bay Area Auto Repair

Bay Area Auto Repair

(32)
  • Honest
  • Oil
  • Mechanic
“Great prices, Danny gives me a heads up of what I will need to do to maintain my car in the next year so it doesn't come as a shock to me when, say, I need to replace my brake pads.”
In Business Since 1991
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
550 E 12th St, Oakland, CA
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Jimenez General Auto Repair

Jimenez General Auto Repair

(28)
“The customer service is very professional show with video msg the process of repairing your car in real time with transparency and the prices are reasonable and fair good job in honoring the memory of your boss and taking care of the client's pocket”
In Business Since 1986
6001 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA
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P G Auto Repair

P G Auto Repair

(6)
“I have been dealing with this mechanic for over 10+ years and he has taken care of all my cars very well”
In Business Since 2005
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
450 International Blvd, Oakland, CA
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Motor Tech Auto Repair

Motor Tech Auto Repair

(26)
  • Prices
  • Mechanic
“He was really upfront about how much different things would cost (extremely reasonable prices) and got everything fixed way faster than I thought would be possible.”
In Business Since 2001
6406 International Blvd, Oakland, CA
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TMS Automotive

TMS Automotive

(25)
  • Fair
  • Vehicle
  • Work
“We know we can count on them to provide old fashioned service, sound advice, and nothing less than gold star quality performance, all while keeping the costs affordable for us.”
In Business Since 1919
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1125 9th Ave, Oakland, CA
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R T Custom Exhaust & Services Center

R T Custom Exhaust & Services Center

(19)
  • Price
“Thay where professional and had grate customer service had my suspension done and my brakes also got C Ats put in also a muffler grate price better that all the other shops near bye by far best shop in the area”
In Business Since 2008
10300 International Blvd, Oakland, CA
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Muffler and Catalytic Converter Services in Oakland, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$112
Maximum cost
$1733
National Average
$174
Avg Per Hour Rates
$93
$137
$297
Fair price range is based on 505 cost profiles
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Average Cost $174
Minimum cost $112
Maximum cost $1733
Avg Per Hour Rates $93

Fair range $137 to $297 is based on 505 cost profiles.

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What customers say about technicians in Oakland

  • “I needed a catalytic converter to pass the smog test and they were honest enough to recommend a muffler shop that would do it for less than they could.” — customer of TMS Automotive
  • “Went by for the first time today. Very happy with the customer service and the work provided.” — customer of Minute Muffler & Service Center
  • “I highly recommend this shop and it's always great to support a family business.” — customer of Yao Auto Repair (Formerly Yang Auto Repair)
  • “Great service, fair pricing, and I never felt like I was being pushed to fix anything that didn't need it.” — customer of Bay Area Auto Repair
  • “They even took the time to experiment with different options (straight pipe vs. different mufflers).” — customer of Shorty Kustoms & Performance

Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.

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