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California Muffler & Brakes
5059 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60632, United States
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California Muffler & Brakes
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Gr
Review №1

They were very professional and completed the work that I needed done within approximately an hour and a half. I highly recommend them. They also provide warranty on their work.

Da
Review №2

The crew are extremely nice and they take the time to explain things to you and give you pricing. They do not fix one thing and break another. The just fix. Awesome people. I plan on being a regular customer for the things they do at least lol

De
Review №3

Couldnt serve my truck but recommended I go to Metro Auto, I really appreciate it. Thx

Ол
Review №4

Today, I did these guys exhaust on Escalade. Special thanks to Louis (if the name is spelled incorrectly - sorry) I really liked his approach to business, he has a lot of experience. If you want to repair the muffler, you can safely go to this place!

Ra
Review №5

Excellent all around people and place for great mechanics

Hi
Review №6

Though this was my first time here, I was offered nothing short of an exceptional and quality service, I will greatly recommend this business.

Ph
Review №7

I recently took my vehicle to an auto dealership on the north side to get an diagnosis and estimate because my vehicle didn’t accelerate past 45mph. The dealership quoted me at 1.6k to replace the catalytic converter. I took my car here and the mechanics was extremely honest. They told me the pipe inside the catalytic converter was clogged and only charged me $50 to replace. My car was running properly after the repair without any issues. I’ve also have visited here in the past to get new shocks, brakes, and the control arm replaced. Every time I visited the prices were fair and I didn’t feel like I was being scammed.I highly recommend this place. Excellent prices for the services and honest mechanics.

Da
Review №8

Today I got my jeep fixed and they did one hell of a job. Well money spend. They are true to there word and if they miss something bring it back and they will fix it. I like them.... And I think thats going to b my own spot for now on. Forget everyone else that own a shop. Some of them is not true of there word by fixing a car.....

Li
Review №9

Very professional. Like family! Great experiences.....

Ro
Review №10

Very reasonable very good service they wont over charge you kid that attends you very good person they dont gauge your wallet

An
Review №11

Very honest people! Im taking my truck here next so lets see how the work gets done 😊(I took my Grandpas the last time)

al
Review №12

Good prices plus warranty under job.

Ja
Review №13

This guys are A bunch of rip ofs! Went in last month thinking i needed A knew mufler the result was i didnt needed A knew mufler!

Ge
Review №14

Great place great prices ...

Sa
Review №15

Great Job

Ma
Review №16

I love this place! It is my go to place for quick repairs. I’ve gone here for my AC, heater, brakes, coolant leak, and general check up on my Jeep. Also I love that they call you as soon as it is ready and remind you of the time they close so you can pick up your car. Their prices are great for the work they put in. If you need a quick reliable fix they are the people.

Sa
Review №17

A worker told me he will take an hour to fix my car, when the time came I called and they said another hour, when that time came I called and they told me another hour they haven’t even looked at my car, 4 hours later I called and they got frustrated with me and said “forget it, come get your car” I see there’s great reviews that’s why I came here but I’ll take my business somewhere else, I wouldn’t have been pushy with the time pick up if they didn’t promise me it would be done within an hour, I wouldn’t even been upset if they told me on the phone they were gonna have it a few days. But they said an hour. And lied

He
Review №18

Straight forward quick service. read my code and i dropped off my car at EOB friday and it was ready by 10am in the morning.

Tw
Review №19

It was great. They do exactly what you ask them to do. Im pleased

Mi
Review №20

This place has won the keys to my car and my heart ! I absolutely love honestly and I was told That I didn’t need a new part ! Others would of told me I did to make a few more bucks but the “ you can get a new one if you want to but I personally think this one is still good for now “ I kinda new what the issue was and I was in and out fast ! And affordable price! Thanks for stopping that annoying noise as I pressed the pedal! I’m definitely making this my new home on repairs for my car!!! Others taxed me on price quotes smh and it wasn’t as nearly close to what they wanted to charge me ! Honestly they said $$120-180 at two other shops and it was only $40 here ! BIG DIFFERENCE!!!

Ce
Review №21

Great customer service from Luis and staff, fixed my exhaust system quick and fast, thank you.

Jo
Review №22

Called in with my problem,gave details,got estimate went in. After a little wait and enjoying a sub sandwich it went in 30 min done at almost exact estimate. Reasonable. Great place.

Ja
Review №23

Yeah...I see now why the reviews are so good. Theyre actually pretty fair and honest! They addressed a simple issue and didnt try to pressure me into spending more money. Highly recommend these guys.

Dr
Review №24

Im pretty sure theyre a bunch of cool guys. But, if you say you open at 8am, then open at that time. I get there at 8:01 and theyre still coming in. One of the guys that was there on time, wasnt even dressed for work. I just sat in the lobby for 20 minutes before leaving and going to Mexican Mufflers and I was given service as soon as I got there.....😐

Ma
Review №25

Always on point!

Om
Review №26

Get your rotors recut here

El
Review №27

They do great work for a great price. Ask for luis he will explain anything u need to know.

A
Review №28

They are straight forward, give upfront pricing. I had a flex pipe that needed repair was charged $80 with a one year guarantee. They were friendly and did the work quickly, but I do suggest you call ahead of time to see what wait time looks like, I imagine they get busy for their fair practice and prices.

Ta
Review №29

Great shop I have been been a customer for well over 15+ years and have sent family and friends there as well.Prices are worthy,awesome customer service and they will assist with problems you didnt know exist on your vehicle.One of the managers Luis is a great guy and always goes above and beyond the call of duty for all their customers.

Le
Review №30

Brakes and rotors per axle, waited for parts ..fast service!!!

Mr
Review №31

Straight shot guys, they sell you honesty with service. I tested them to see how much they’d charge, the front desk guy corrected me and said “no bro its actually “. TELL ME, WHO DOES THAT? need some work? COME HERE

an
Review №32

Fantastic service

An
Review №33

Excellent service. Accurate estimation of wait time. HONEST! My mom is an young African American woman who knows more than the average female about cars. This was the third shop we had gone to for a catalytic converter estimate. Price was a fraction of the other estimates. Quality work and friendly service.

Vi
Review №34

California Mufflers took me in right away an hour before closing to get my vehicles muffler inspected and replaced right away.I knew my muffler needed to either be welded or replaced. They showed where my muffler had a hole and told me I’m better off replacing it. Total was $140 for the replacement, labor and with a 2 year warranty!I got their at 3:10 ish pm and I was out of the door by 3:40-3:50 pm so it was pretty fast especially talking to a few of the people working their just striking a conversation.Good service! I would highly recommend them to a friend or family member for sure!

Ia
Review №35

Good place for oil changes and exhaust repairs. Quality work and fair pricing.

Ri
Review №36

My muffler was rattling when i would stop while the car was on drive . so i took it to a family member who told me either to weld the pipe onto the muffler or get a new one , he suggested me get a new one to avoid a cheap fix . i then looked on google for muffler shops in my area . at first i was a bit skeptical because some of them had fake reviews but i took a gamble with California Muffler & Brakes ... i asked the nice man at the desk that i just wanted to replace the muffler to avoid a cheap fix . he quoted me $40 to fix it as is or $80 with a new muffler . i went ahead and asked for the new mufflers . after a 40 minute wait (there were cars ahead of mine) he told me honestly that my muffler was in good shape and didnt need to replace it so me getting a new muffler and them charging me the $80 wasnt necessary . in 30 minutes they fixed my pipe and my car is back to being its quiet self! im new to car maintenance so a shop with this much honesty was most def what i was hoping for.

Pa
Review №37

I have frequented this shop for close to 20 years. Ive referred many people to visit as well and all have been just as satisfied as me. Amazing staff, great technicians, and great pricing!

Ra
Review №38

These guys are good and they reasonable. They do quality work, with great customer service. Highly recommended. Theyre even opened on Sunday.

Mo
Review №39

Loius and his family has been taking care of my family’s cars for years. They do awesome work and they’re always friendly fast and affordable! Thx guys

Bl
Review №40

Very good service very good prices

mi
Review №41

Went in there with a broken muffler.. He welded it fast and at a low price..

Gu
Review №42

Oil change, Changed My Muffler and Exhaust Pipe Very cheap & fast in and out in less than an hour! Always Going To Be Coming Here

La
Review №43

They put in a new muffler in my Impala under 20 mins and the price was decent. Highly recommended!

No
Review №44

First time I used this place it is great prices are be unreasonable good service very friendly staff

Ma
Review №45

Great place reasonable pricing friendly staff

Ch
Review №46

These guys are awesome. Theyre the cheapest place around the area that do quality work👌

fi
Review №47

My girlfriend has an older model Toyota Avalon, muffler system rusted apart, we pulled car in on a busy weekend, they took car right in , replaced what needed, 60 %Cheaper than anywhere. Strongly recommend

Fr
Review №48

Wait is a bit long but prices are on point friendly every time Family run thanks guys.

Ju
Review №49

Great work, fair, and knowledgeable. They were able to fabricate my new exhaust system to my vehicle, very good work

Ra
Review №50

Great Place in the South-Side. Good service and chill Staff. Would recommend this place to anyone.

al
Review №51

Have pertty good prices and service

St
Review №52

I took my flowmaster muffler and tips for a costume job and they were able to get the job done for less than expected to pay.The work was great.

St
Review №53

Great Service expert team !

Ma
Review №54

Cheap & good. Ive been here three times.

MJ
Review №55

Great customer service with the best prices around! Speed of service is excellent and they are effecient and have great quality work!

Jo
Review №56

Went to get my exhaust fixed.. Ended up leaving with cover under my front bumper and engine broken cause lady parked over concrete block ... Then told !It wasnt a big deal. Promised to replace it and never heard back from them..

Ge
Review №57

Bad work and real bad customer service they wanted $40 to fix there bad work mistake

Th
Review №58

Been going here for years. Great mechanics.

J.
Review №59

I came in at 12 noon because I was gonna get a refund on a glasspack that sounds horrible on my pick up. they told me I was 3 cars behind in line. so I said ok Ill wait. customers that came after me got taken care off and now its 4pm closing time and Im still sitting at the office and my truck havent been touched. 4hours waiting and counting 😠 and now they charging me double the labor..WOW!!!

Je
Review №60

They do good quality work here and dont charge much!!!

Lu
Review №61

Guys are super awesome

Ro
Review №62

Pressed new wheel bearings for me with no worries and an honest price

Ne
Review №63

Been their so many times good customer service and quality work gets pretty busy so get their early sometimes you even get to see crazy customers complaining and making a good show. like jose lopez probably was looking for a freebie

Wi
Review №64

Good guys. Quick work

de
Review №65

Friendly knowledgeable staff quick turnaround for repairs

Ad
Review №66

Great price and got it done fast!

Ja
Review №67

Very courteous and professional staff.

Be
Review №68

Good muffins check out them

Am
Review №69

Fast and easy great price

Gi
Review №70

Was done really fast but it was hot and the tv was super loud

Ra
Review №71

Good service and fast

De
Review №72

Nice to do business with!

Ce
Review №73

Quick and great service

Ha
Review №74

Worst place the lady there is Rude to white people and African Americans I sat there and watch how she treated people I got up and took my vehicle else places

An
Review №75

Friendly and Fair

Bi
Review №76

Friendly staff

El
Review №77

Needed a catalytic converter and they were amazing! They were also nice enough to put o2 sensor on as well. They were busy but they move at a great pace. Very lovely front desk person

an
Review №78

Excellent atention

Au
Review №79

The best place, super onest fair prices and very friendly ...

Jo
Review №80

Very good prices

AG
Review №81

Good service good affordable prices

Le
Review №82

The worst place out of fixing it to three streets lit up and they were not responsible for it is a very small place

Je
Review №83

Use them very cheaply and grab the fast and cheap work.

Jo
Review №84

Good service and fair price. Speed ​​and kindness. Recommendable.

Li
Review №85

He skinny is very negative he owns should hire people who want to work

vi
Review №86

It is a place that tells you one thing and then they leave with another

Ga
Review №87

Very honestand efficient

Ma
Review №88

I give him a star because I can not give him 0. I took my truck today and then it was on hold, another customer arrives and they quickly checked his car giving him the estimate, leaving me on hold. The customer service is pessimistic I do not recommend that place to anyone

Ra
Review №89

Very chingon the service and fast

Ju
Review №90

Good deal fair price good service

Fe
Review №91

Very bad experience I went to compose the muffler of my truck and being the next person in turn this person appears from nowhere and asked for an estimate of his vehicle the person who was in the reception took his keys they were the estimated and they started with the work and its not fair because I was first

En
Review №92

Brakes and a piece of muffler, all good and fast

Sa
Review №93

The worst experience ... They damaged my entire braking system due to an error and now they dont want to do anything bad.I recommend you look for another very pessimistic place

Le
Review №94

Good place, good price

Ju
Review №95

I recommend them are super good and the best prices in the south ....

sa
Review №96

Good job

Pe
Review №97

They are friendly and help you with what you need

Ta
Review №98

They offer good work, and fair prices

Di
Review №99

Good pretty and cheap

JU
Review №100

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  • Address:5059 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60632, United States
  • Phone:+1 773-776-8990
Categories
  • Muffler shop
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–6PM
  • Thursday:8AM–6PM
  • Friday:8AM–6PM
  • Saturday:8AM–4PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Same-day delivery:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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