About Business
Residents of Santa Barbara, CA, Santa Barbara have long trusted Higgins Muffler & Brake for their expert Car Repair needs. Whether you need assistance with Muffler shop or general Car Repair support, they are well-equipped to help. They are well-regarded for their quality of work, maintaining a 4.3/5 rating with 52 reviews. Throughout Santa Barbara, and particularly in Santa Barbara, CA, Higgins Muffler & Brake is recognized for upholding the highest standards of the Car Repair industry. Don't hesitate to contact Higgins Muffler & Brake for any Car Repair inquiries or to schedule a visit to their Santa Barbara, CA facility.
Google Reviews
Chase Jamieson
★★★★★
8 months ago
Jerry was great!! I needed his help to add a new exhaust system to our old 1995 Ford F150 which had an ugly old rusty tailpipe that didn’t look good and was an eye sore. Also in the past the truck struggled with passing smog and needed help. I told him I really wanted a new Chrome tailpipe for the truck that looked good but also to add a new exhaust system that would make the truck sound better but not too loud. Man did Jerry come through for me! The new tailpipe looks badass! Also the truck sounds perfect now!! Thank you so much for your amazing service Jerry!! Keep on keeping on you legend 🤙🏻
Justin Ooms
★★★★★
7 years ago
After asking a handful of other shops in town for my E30 S54 swap exhaust, Jerry and his skills came with high praises. For a fully custom exhaust, I believe the setup he built for me is exactly what I asked for. He fixed a slight O2 fitment problem for me, added O2 bungs for my wideband setup and post-cat O2 bungs so that we are as Cali-compliant as I need to be. The exhaust fits quite well to the underbody, exhaust hangers are solid while looking stock, and he put a nice touch so that the sleeper look of the now gone stock exhaust would have had with the canted exhaust tips as was done on these cars. Jerry was quick, very pleasant to chit-chat with, and exceeded my expectations. Thank you Jerry, and I hope you the best!
Robert Wignot
★★★★★
a year ago
Jerry Higgins ran some tests and said I should solve a rich fuel condition on my van that failed its smog test, before going to the cost and expense of having his shop install new catalytic converters. His advice was on the mark; replacing a faulty fuel pressure regulator solved the problem. The van passed its smog test and I saved the cost of installing new cats. I highly recommend Jerry and Higgins Muffler and Brake for their honest, positive approach to customer service.
Ryan Zhang
★★★★★
a year ago
Amazing service and honest pricing! My Kia Rio failed the smog test due to a check engine light. I took it to the official Kia service center multiple times, but they couldn't figure out the issue. Eventually, they told me I needed a new catalytic converter and quoted me $2,500. Frustrated, I brought my car here, and the owner quickly discovered that the problem was just a loose diagnostic wire. He reconnected it, and the issue was completely resolved—at no charge! I’m beyond grateful for his expertise and honesty. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for trustworthy car repairs!
Giuliana Rinna
★★★★★
2 years ago
Mr. J.Higgins is warm and fuzzy as far as I'm concerned. He not only charges a very fair price for his exceptional work, but he goes the extra mile finding other things that are needed and did not charge me more. GOD BLESS HIM. Highly recommend him.
PerryBuilds
★★★★★
Edited 8 years ago
I received the best service I have gotten in quite some time here. Was affordable and extremely quick. No appointment I was a walk in, however all I had to do was just leave the truck for a few hours and boom he had my new cat installed (fixed my botch job of a clamp). Welds looked professional and very clean. Biggest plus for me was the he actually spoke to me about my vehicle and checked the codes out after with me to ensure I was informed on where I was currently at, something almost every other shop fails to follow through with upon completing a auto service. Check out Higgins for honest service.
Joe Danely
★★★★★
6 years ago
Recommended by some of my fellow car enthusiasts as the place to go for exhaust work on vintage, custom, street rods, etc. They were right! Needed to have the exhaust on my 70 Camaro raised to accommodate a change in elevation in my driveway. Required a new transmission cross member for clearance to raise. Also had an exhaust leak that I could not locate. Jerry installed the new crossmember, raised the exhaust and fixed the exhaust leak with a better connection than original. Excellent workmanship AND at a reasonable price! Highly recommended!! Oh, and work was finished as promised!
Craig Rettig
★★★★★
2 years ago
Honest work and pricing. Had another shop in town that wanted to charge me triple the amount and work that I didn’t even need. This is the best place in town for your welding needs and auto exhaust work. Couldn’t recommend it enough he’s the man.
Eliazar Avalos
★★★★★
7 years ago
Went twice without an appointment, Higgins is my go to guy, welds are great, prices are good. Overall an honest guy who doesn't take s***. That person who left all those negative reviews deserves the worst. Give him a try! Don't be going with a "I'm always right/delicate attitude" it's not needed
Heidi Townshend
★★★★★
13 years ago
My experience with Higgins Muffler & Brake was excellent! They found the answer to the problem with my muffler immediately and fixed it on the spot even though I didn't have an appointment. The cost was so reasonable and I was so grateful they found the problem. I was referred to Higgins Muffler and I'm glad I went! Thank you for the outstanding service!
Sarah Ashley Bernal
★★★★★
8 years ago
An "aquantance" of mine told me about Higgins and told me to write a bad review. I told him I had nott been there. I spent some time reviewing the shop and it looked legit. I encountered some problems with my 4Runner's exhaust and decided to give it a try knowing my friend had given it bad reviews (20 or more under fake names that he told me about). The owner Jerry fixed my problem and was amazingly accommodating. I am more than willing to vouch for this place especially after knowing the derogatory things he said without cause. If anyone has any questions please contact me. Good things come to good people and I disagree with my "aquantance" on this one. Jerry is great!
Jim White
★★★★★
6 years ago
Higgins Muffler is the best muffler shop in Santa Barbara if you would like a custom exhaust on your car there's nothing that he can't build for that car. When he's done with the exhaust it's like a work of art absolutely beautiful and sounds incredible. Jerry put an exhaust system on my 1965 Ford Falcon with a 289 absolutely beautiful job and a complete exhaust on my 1971 Pontiac Firebird
John Montes
★★★★★
9 years ago
Jerry from Higgins Muffler is the man! The guy does the highest quality work fast, and at the best rate anywhere. Don't hesitate to call for a quote, they are inviting and know their trade. Highly recommend.
keith dutton
★★★★★
4 years ago
Blast from the past. Owner-operator runs this place with pride in his work and customer service. Higgins replaced my stolen catalytic converter and O2 sensor without any fuss, answering a bunch of my questions, at a price about 25% under the best I could find elsewhere by calling around, and very sincerely told me to come back if I had any issues with my upcoming smog check (which I didn't). Gem of a shop.
Sofia Miguel
★★★★★
a year ago
Jerry at Higgins Mufflers & Brake is nice, honest, and reliable. I highly recommend bringing your vehicle here! 👍
Ricardo Botello
★★★★★
5 years ago
I walked in and right off the bat assisted me to my satisfaction. I'm very happy with the service. I've always came to this business & would definitely recommend this business to anybody looking to keep muffler/exhaust. 😄
The Grease Monkey
★★★★★
7 years ago
Higgins is the best place for ANY exhaust needs. They have mufflers, glasspacks and catalytic converters in stock. They also do performance exhaust. They have super reasonable prices and they stand behind their work...
Nigel Bess
★★★★★
3 years ago
I'm quite happy with the exhaust Jerry built for me. The work is quality, and he used quality materials. The price was good too.
Jessica Burns
★
☆☆☆☆
9 years ago
He gets zero stars from me! He was supposed to put an exhaust on my car but he told me to go somewhere else because I bought the parts off the internet and not him. Like a little baby. Don't go to this guy he is immature and over prices everything. If he think you have money he will try to throw big number at you.
MESA PAINTING
★★★★★
8 years ago
Jerry installed some difficult exhaust parts for me a few months ago. I’m so impressed with his work I’m bringing my truck back to him for some more work. Can’t wait to see what it will sound like. Thanks guys
