Yang Auto is located in a pretty risky area of Oakland. I asked the person about going for a walk in their neighborhood—and he discouraged me from doing it.I took my partner’s car in to have a cable welded on to make it more difficult to steal the catalytic converter from his 2010 Prius. Stealing catalytic converters is big business these days – – with the precious metals now worth way more than gold. Thieves are stealing catalytic converter’s here in Oakland, and all over the US. We have been reading about the quick removal of catalytic converter’s all over Oakland – – usually in the middle of the night. Sometimes they even remove them in a parking lot in the middle of the day. And it happens very quickly. Next thing you know—your car doesn’t have a catalytic converter. It’s better to protect your catalytic converter, instead of having to replace it which can be $3000 or so.Sandman’s shop installs range from $250-$800 to protect your catalyst converter. We were able to get steel cables welded on to the our Prius for $180. It’s the best price we’ve seen. The hope is that if someone goes to steal the catalytic converter, they will see that it’s not worth their while and they will move onto the next car.So, we went to Yang Auto Repair because they have the best price that we’ve seen to protect a catalytic converter.

These guys are the BEST. I called to see when they were available to replace my catalytic converter and the guy told me to bring it by the next day. I brought my own cat and dude installed it in 20 minutes no prob. Super efficient, super affordable. Couple months later I had an issue with another part of my exhaust (not related) and same exact experience. Insanely easy to work with and just so efficient and professional.

Secured my cat converter for me (anti-theft), awesome staff, great price.

Honest, fast, pragmatic. These guys are really really good. Fixed a hole in the exhaust of an old mercedes, charged me $50 for parts and labor.Also replaced the catalytic converters on a truck that was stolen and recovered (very expensive but fair given what they cost). I cant recommend them enough. I think its a father/son operation, but dont want to assume too much. Needless to say I am very happy with the work they do and their overall helpful attitude. Businesses like this make you feel good about your neighbors, your community, and give a little hope in a world that sometimes feels like its been turned upside down.

Did a procedure to make my catalytic converter much harder to steal. Only took them 10 min! Good price!

Pretty fair prices for the work done. Father and son business. Ive been going g to them for 5 years, and the work is on point.

Were able to fix my exhaust after someone tried to steal my catalytic converter and secure it so it cant be stolen in the future. Same day, within an hour, great prices.

Very good service. Thank you!

Father and son team. Extremely efficient and well priced. Couldnt recommend enough!

One of the best places to get replacement catalytic converter that meets CA standard. Its even better if you speak Cantonese. Very prompt and fast service. Approximately 30 minutes wait time from when actually pulling your car into the garage. Street parking if you have to wait and challenging to find a spot. Highly recommend!

Father son muffler shop. I like these guys because they are easy to work with, let me monitor the work and will take suggestions. Price is great, work is fast.

Came here several times due to Oakland catalytic converter theft, Mr Yang is an honest man, his price is the best in Town and he get in done in less than 30 minutes. Thank you Mr Yang!!

Just the best, perfect people and prices.

Professional work, great prices and fast honest service! They replaced my muffler and I was out of the shop in less than 30 minutes. They also took my vehicle without an appointment. Highly recommend this place.

Helped me after my catalytic converter was stolen.

This place is amazing!. Literally was in and out in less than an hour!. Had to some pipes and exhaust tips to get put on my vette. Thought this was going to be a hassle and took me while to finally wake up early and get it done. I gotta say I should of came here earlier instead of waiting for so long. Would definitely recommend this place to others that need any exhaust work done on their cars👍...must say this place is one of those hidden gems

Got me in last minute on a Saturday, quick good work at an amazing price.

No one else would take the mufflers off my infinity for some reason. So I came to them and gave me an excellent price. To explained what I wanted and I’m 100% satisfied with the work done. They are very knowledgeable and took the time to explain what they were going to do. If you need something done go here you won’t regret it. I’ll be recommending all my friends here. Fast profesional and reliable.

Does the job well and quick

Highly recommended. Professional , accommodating , fast service and Fair Price

Went in for a high flow muffler upgrade on my 19’ (new body style) Silverado. The gave me a Super 10 which is substantially smaller and produces a very nice sound. Definitely not over the top though, which is exactly what I was looking for. In and out in roughly 15 minutes. Fairly priced and extremely friendly.

Highly recommend this shop, very friendly, knowledgeable, fair prices, and quick. Had me in and out within an hour. Will definitely come back.

Theyre top shelf professionals. Very knowledgeable and reasonable. Quick installation. I highly recommend them for exhaust systems and catalytic converters.

They do their job perfectly well.. and they worked on what i request.. their price is based on what you asked.. i highly recommend this shop and i will surely be back to them again.. the father and son work together and listens to suggestions... i respect them both...👍👍👍👍👍

I dont think quality, expertise and expedited work can get any better than here. I had an exhaust leak on my mustang, came in, told Mr.Yang what was going on, he got it up in the air, and found the exact problem in less than 10 seconds. Took about 2 minutes explaining to me what and where the issues were, and 5 minutes later, he had it repaired and back on the road. And they are incredibly fair with the prices. I doubt youll find better than this place. They are amazing.

This place is awesome. Quick muffler work at fair prices. They don’t talk much, they just work work work. Two customers ahead of me when I arrived and I was seen and taken care of in less than an hour still!

Ive come here twice for welding work on various points of my muffler pipe (as my car is from the east coast so theres a lot of rust damage) and every single time they do an amazing job and they keep it very affordable. I usually call first to inquire about the line, but if theres no line, theyve had my car fixed both times in less that 30 minutes. My go to place.

Quick service. reasonable price. very friendly. installed my muffler.

Excellent customer service

Inexpensive and fast. The people were polite. I walked in off the street and it only took 35min to to change my catalytic converter. Im pretty happy.

I came from another shop that didnt fix my problem. Came to Yang and told them about it. They informed me of what was missing, walked me through it, gave me updates (I needed more than one repair), and each time they were way faster than I expected. These guys are really good and affordable!!

The Yangs are GREAT! A father and son operation (mom was there as well). Theyre efficient, FAST, competitively priced and VERY sweet people. I would be shocked if their work didnt stand up. — Sharma, in Oakland.

Had my Rock Sliders welded on my 4x4 for a fair price. Friendly service no BS. This is a good shop in my book.

Awesome place and great prices! Very very fair and they wont take advantage of you. Best muffler shop in the Bay Area

Extremely fast service reasonable price. Highly recommend this place.

I called different muffler shops around town and went with Yang Auto Repair because they took their time to help me over the phone when i needed a catalytic converter, offered competitive pricing and could get the job done in 35 minutes these guys are great

Great friendly service. Fast, honest, and fair.

5 out of 5 experience. Repaired the increasingly loud rattle on my 2010 Audi Q5 muffler. (Welded a crack). I showed up midday Monday and 20 minutes and $60 later out the door, problem solved. Super friendly and efficient. And btw Cash Only no longer applies, even though the sign is still there. Yang takes debit/credit card, ApplePay and even bitcoin.

Love this place always recommend it to all my friends. Service is amazing very kind workers.

I has an emergency exhaust pipe repair needed for our truck, Mr. Yang made time to repair it immediately as I waited ... fair pricing, prompt, courteous service. I highly recommend this repair shop !

I was in Oakland for work and had a strap on the aftermarket exhaust on my 06 Mini Cooper S break. Called Mr Yang at 5pm and he told me to come right down. Got me back on the road in 20 min and only charged me $20. Gave him a $5 tip for helping out after hours. I would recommend Yangs to everyone.

Fast!!! Is all i can say cheap prices and honest friendly folks

Very knowledgeable, repair was done at a very good price. I would recommend this shop

Was very happy with service fast and efficient.

Great customer service, competitive price, and put on a glasspack and exhaust tip on my car right then and there. Fast service and they were nice.

Great man very polite love to help great prices and excellent work

(Price=Very Fair) + (Craftsmanship=Immaculate) = (Value=Cant be beat (If anyone beats these guys, they would go out of business!)) + They recycle parts = 5+ stars rating = Ideal!

Yang did a great welding job on my exhaust manifold, which other places wouldnt or couldnt fix. Good price too.

Honest and straight forward guy. We deal with him and his company everyday from our shop on MacArthur blvd.

Fair, honest and competent family operation. Thanks!

MY 1st TYM GOIN THERE...WISH THEY COULDVE HELPED ME WITH MORE STUFF :-)...ILL WRITE ANOTHER REVIEW WHEN I PASS MY SMOG:-)...VERRRY FRIENDLY,TOOK TYM 2 CORRECT ANOTHER PROBLEM I HAD, SO IF U NEED A MUFFLER OR CATALYTIC CONVERTER, THIS IZ THE PLACE :-)

Such a nice guy..even the littest of a job he will do and charge you barely anything

I have use there service 3rd time in my life muffler shop in Oakland there the best service ever price wise service wise friendly wise work wise there the bestI got a Escalade Cadillac stretch limousine and they have changed the muffler in my limo they did a great job

Very fast and polite service

Excellent job and professional custom welding

Just dont leave message they wont return your calls

Honest, affordable, fast and friendly. Ill be going there again!!

Shop is nice, thanks for your hard work

Honest and professional, no games.

If I have second time can choose, I will come back here again👍🏽

Good people!

Not a hot spot.

Nice service

GRATE WORK

Great service

My car was equipped with a thief to steal the muffler, and I quickly installed it to work.

Chingon