Jay's Garage
“Despite the fact that job I had performed was complicated and very labor intensive, they were within 5% of the estimated price for the job and quoted a more affordable rate than other shops with experience working on Volkswagens.”
Best Muffler & Exhaust Shops in Portland, OR
24 technicians listed · all 24 in Portland · 5 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Hillside Imports
“In my opinion Hillside imports is #1 for Volkswagen repair and for everything you want and need aftermarket, me and my family all drive Volkswagens and we've been very faithful to Hillside, do you need more of a reason to give them your car keys?”
Integrity Auto: Independent Toyota
“I talked to my father and he knows a lot about mechanical stuff and said that Integrity auto repair was a really fair price for the work that needed to be done to my vehicle they got it in and out the next day.”
Parkrose Auto & Truck Repair
“He worked on my Japanese import (1997 Mitsubishi Delica van), something other mechanics would not do, as it requires some research for the correct parts.”
AG Automotive
“You know exactly what you're getting and they tell you all the details for you to make a good decision: necessary, recommended, monitor, or working good.”
PDX Automotive
“PDX Automotive has proven to be an efficiently reliable mechanic for our vehicles' needs, with good business integrity that doesn't push for any additional expensive work that doesn't need to be done.”
Listed for drivers in and around Portland, OR, 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: Portland, OR
All 24 technicians we list here are in Portland itself. We have 38 technicians in Portland on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The technicians on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 4,994 reviews; 22 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (87%), professionalism (80%) and value (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "honest", "communication" and "diagnosis". 5 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 7 list staff certifications (ASE) and 11 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 39 years. 2 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 21 of the technicians on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Do any shops listed for Portland check an exhaust free?
3 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.
Dane Motors Automotive Repair
“Dane Motors got me already for the winter season by changing and replacing my break pads while keeping up to date on anything else I need to be aware about in the future with my car.”
Atomic Auto Hybrid Repair
“I've wrecked it twice this year and they fixed it for $1500 less than what the other place was asking, truly saved me because I wasn't going to be able to afford that.”
On the Go Auto Services
“Several times they patched up some minor stuff while doing an oil change (without extra fees) and every time I learn a new trick or tip on maintaining the car (most recent: Off bug spray clears the foggy headlight covers instantaneously!”
St John's Auto Center
“Before St John's Auto, I'd taken my '96 Suburban to four different mechanics for a coolant leak, and I got BS responses ranging from "don't worry about it it's not a real issue" to having unrelated parts replaced without consulting me and then chargi...”
Bavarian House
“From tackling major issues like a blown engine in my old BMW 135is to routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes for my M2 Comp, he's handled it all effortlessly.”
A1 Muffler
“And due to honesty & integrity (Tracy could've charged me more based on finding something new about the repair needed, but didn't) I'm extremely happy to bring my vehicle back next time, and have already spread the word to people I know.”
Konkin Service Center
“They could have easily charged us a lot of money, but they let us know they will do an inspection while it's up on the lift, but that they don't see any signs of what we thought was going on.”
A-1 Automotive
“They had it inspected by close of business that day, told me the estimate to replace the wiper transmission linkage, and said they could have it fixed the next day.”
Alpine Auto Repair
“I brought my F250 in for a Synthetic oil change and they were busy with several cars, but they still got my truck finished quickly and cost less than anyone else around.”
Pro-Tech Autoworks
“I called Sunday morning with an issue with my muffler and turns out I needed a whole new one and they were able to get one in and my car fixed up perfectly by Monday evening!”
Kevin's Auto Care
“Honestly, whenever I drive by the business I say thank you every time because they take such good care of me and my car and I know they treat everyone that way.”
Darrel's Economy Mufflers
“The procedure isn't cheap anywhere, but they did a good job and will diagnosis your check engine light for exhaust problems and give you the code readout, saving you some money in certain circumstances.”
Dynasport
“They could have charged me $700 to do the work themselves but instead they chose to make a customer happy and give them information that was useful rather than just beneficial to the company itself.”
Addis Auto Repair
“Addi is a very honest and good mechanic if he can't figure out what the problem is he has another local good guy check it out very impressive take my work vehicles and my team takes their personal car's there”
Upland Autowerks
“Much gratitude to Marcel for diagnosing my car problems and directing me to the Subaru dealer because he thought it would be covered under my warranty.”
A Good Shop Auto Repair
“Awesome services and I already have his shop number on my contact list and gave his shop name/number to all of my co-workers, friends and family member.”
Foreign & Domestic Affairs (Fda) Automotive Service
“The first time I went in with a drivers window that wouldn't go up or down Jim told me what part to go buy and how to install it myself and charged me nothing.”
All Car Care LLC
“I'm so relieved to have found an honest mechanic just right down the street from my house and I'll be recommending this place to friends and family.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about technicians in Portland
- “Darrel’s has great customer service! They will replace your catalytic converter for an affordable rate and it comes with a warranty.” — customer of Darrel's Economy Mufflers
- “Tony fixed so many things in this car, at a great time, he is honest and very experienced.” — customer of A Good Shop Auto Repair
- “They are awesome! Fair, honest, quality work and got it done in less than a day.” — customer of A1 Muffler
- “Ryan is extremely knowledgeable, a great mechanic and not to mention friendly.” — customer of Dynasport
- “Friendly and fairly priced. Thanks for getting me in and out with everything else going on.” — customer of Darrel's Economy Mufflers
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.
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