About Business
American Muffler, Brake & Radiator is a highly-reputable Car Repair service provider based in Thousand Oaks, CA. American Muffler, Brake & Radiator covers all facets of the Car Repair industry, with a focus on Auto repair shop. With over 58 reviews and an average rating of 4.6/5, American Muffler, Brake & Radiator is a trusted name in the industry. Their presence in Thousand Oaks, CA ensures that residents have access to high-quality Car Repair care right in their own neighborhood. You can easily connect with their team using the contact details provided to learn more about their Car Repair offerings.
Google Reviews
Ben
★
☆☆☆☆
6 years ago
These guys are con artists. Brought my car in at about 4pm 2/20/20 and was told by Ishmael that they were busy and to “come back tomorrow.” Was quoted $60 for a job. Came in the morning 2/21/20 right at opening, was again told $60, Ishmael gets my car up on the lift and tells me that he can’t work on it because of a previous exhaust modification (part he was to work on was separate) but that he would do it for $100. I told him to drop the car. Extremely distasteful and unprofessional. I have video and audio recording from my dash camera of the entire ordeal. DO NOT COME HERE!!!
Kitty Smith
★★★★★
10 years ago
They did a great job installing a catalytic converter I had purchased online (Next time I will just purchase the converter from American Muffler. Buying online is risky, especially when trying to meet California emissions standards. Also fitment is a big risk, which is why I wound up looking for muffler shop.)
life pwner
★★★★★
8 years ago
I came here to get my 2018 Mustang Ecoboost mufflers removed. They suggested i remove 2 of my 3 mufflers so I did. After a few hours and a very reasonable price, It was ready to go! I think I may come back so that I could get my 3rd muffler removed too.
Paul Barrett
★★★★★
8 years ago
excellent service! They were quick and honest with repair my car. I went to several other shops,who want to overcharge me for the repairs I needed and their time to fix my car. These guys got the job done right!
Ian Goldsmith
★★★★★
8 years ago
The previous owner of my Jeep had put an aftermarket exhaust on my car that was poorly installed and had a leak in the front section somewhere. I took the Jeep to one of American Muffler's competitors who lay on the ground under the Jeep, looked for a few mins and then told me it would take him at least a full day to re-bend and weld the exhaust, and even then he didn't know if he'd find the leak. So I took it to American Muffler and Radiator where they put the Jeep up on a lift and gave her a pretty thorough inspection before pointing out that there was a missing nut on the manifold that was probably the cause of the leak, and quoted me an hour's labor to turn the exhaust properly, get it on the hangers right, and tack weld the joints in the new position. They did the work on time, as promised, and the Jeep is transformed. Great value, great service. I'm a customer for life and will recommend this shop to anyone. You only need to look at the way they keep the shop - clean, tidy, organized - and contrast this with other outfits, and you'll get a sense of the level of professionalism you find here.
Scott C
★★★★★
2 years ago
These guys are great. The best price( I shopped around) and quality workmanship. Iv been here atleast 4 times over the past 17 years for various exhaust systems and acessories.
Matt T.
★★★★★
8 years ago
I bought a bolt on replacement catalytic converter to install myself but ran into all sorts of unforeseen issues (I do not weld). I would never buy online expecting a shop to install the parts for me but got myself in a jam this time. Dirk helped me out and did a great job installing the cat. Months later I had a small welding job that he did for me. I returned a couple weeks later to have a new Magnaflow muffler installed. Dirk and American Muffler are A+ in my book!
Jim C
★★★★★
6 years ago
Needed a catalytic converter/exhaust manifold replaced on an older car. Dirk have me good service, fast installation, and a fair price. I've used them before and will use them again when the need arises. Highly recommend.
Richard Kuring
★★★★★
2 years ago
Brought our van here a couple of years ago for a muffler replacement, this time it needed a new cat converter, unfortunately the guys here couldn’t do the job as it’s a dealer only job which I suspected but I’d rather go to an independent shop. I appreciated their honesty and will be back for any other exhaust or muffler jobs.
skip Commander
★★★★★
4 years ago
I took my 2009 vehicle in for service. They put my car on the lift almost immediately and gave me a couple options on how I could resolve my exhaust issue. One hour later i got a call to pick up my car and its been A OK since. Great spot in the conejo valley. If you grew up or have lived in this area for many years its a must to check this place out. 5/5 stars no doubt about it.
Taylor Cozzens
★★★★★
14 years ago
Dirk's schedule was very flexible and he gave me a great price on my dual exhaust system, hundreds less than anyone else. He helped me pick out exactly what I wanted, and finished the installation in a timely matter. To this day I can't stop looking at the back of my truck; this man puts full effort into his work.
Rain
★
☆☆☆☆
a year ago
Charged me over two thousand dollars to incorrectly install parts and damage my engine, and cause me physical illness from breathing my car's exhaust. They stripped a header bolt on an aluminum engine block and refused to accept responsibility or correct the issue. The other header bolts were hand tight. Laughable work
Justin Di Bene
★★★★★
6 years ago
I been to Dirk at least 5 times over the years and it's always the same experience. He gets the job done quickly without sacrificing quality. Good guy and honest hardworking business owner. Best muffler shop in TO.
Lorie C
★★★★★
9 years ago
I called several local shops before going to American Muffler. But I chose this shop because of the great reviews I read. In the end, I am SO happy with the excellent work they did on my Honda. It's so difficult to find an honest mechanic and these guys are honest! The owner, gave me a great estimate to replace my pipe and muffler and that was what I paid. They customized a pipe to keep me from having to pay for extra parts I didn't need. The factory pipe came with an extra muffler and he told me I didn't need it! I was more than happy to save a significant amount of money by replacing ONLY the parts my car DID need. They even did the work quickly and I had my car back within a few hours. I would recommend this shop to anyone looking for an honest mechanic and will take any of the other cars in my household there without a second thought or calls to other shops for estimates. Thank you American Muffler for doing such a fantastic job!! You have a customer for life!!
Kelli Krupka
★★★★★
2 years ago
I had my brake pads and rotors replaced by Ismael and it was a great experience here! Not only did they come in significantly cheaper than other auto shops but he had my car finished within a couple of hours. Service was very efficient and great price. Highly Recommend.
Dennis Fandey
★★★★★
6 months ago
Great place to get exhaust systems fixed for very reasonable prices. This is where the dealerships bring cars for repairs.
Billie Featherston
★★★★★
8 months ago
These guys were so genuine. The advice they gave me was not only really comprehensive but resulted in them not making a penny off of me. I really appreciated that they didn’t try to swindle me into spending a bunch of money unnecessarily. 100% recommend.
Sheldon Katz
★★★★★
a year ago
I can't say enough great things about American Muffler. I've been to them 3 times and every time I'm treated with amazing service and wonderful pricing. Thank you for the years of satisfaction.
Anon
★★★★★
a year ago
I had a fantastic experience at the shop! The after-hours drop-off and pick-up service was incredibly convenient. Throughout the day, Dirk kept me well-informed through voicemails whenever I was unavailable to take a call, and I received a detailed breakdown of the costs via email. They successfully replaced the catalytic converter assembly and oxygen sensors. Truly excellent service all around!
Light Speed
★★★★★
9 months ago
I found American Muffler on Google Maps when i needed work done on my truck. When I contacted them they were super helpful & knowledgeable. They were able to obtain the new part and install it all within 24 hours. My truck is now working perfectly. I couldn’t be happier with the customer service and work American Muffler provided.
