5 Best Muffler Shops in Los Angeles (2026)

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By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

A stolen catalytic converter or a rattling exhaust doesn't wait for a convenient week to happen. Los Angeles muffler shops on this page have logged 1,524 Google reviews between them, and the ratings stay tight, 4.5 to 4.8, so the real differences show up in what each shop actually specializes in, not just the stars.

Short answer: For muffler and exhaust work in Los Angeles, Team MPE #1 "Mike's Performance Exhaust & Mechanical" leads with a 4.7 rating across 473 reviews, known for custom exhaust builds and catalytic converter theft repairs. 109 Mufflers & Tires (4.7, 447 reviews) and 3C Performance Exhaust (4.8, 253 reviews) are close behind. Catalytic converter replacement and custom exhaust work are the most common jobs across these shops.

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How These LA Muffler Shops Stack Up

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Team MPE #1 "Mike's Performance Exhaust & Mechanical"	4.7 ★	473	Custom exhaust builds	View ›
2	109 Mufflers & Tires	4.7 ★	447	Longtime family customers	View ›
3	3C Performance Exhaust	4.8 ★	253	Highest rating on the page	View ›
4	Atlantic Muffler Shop	4.5 ★	219	General auto repair plus muffler work	View ›
5	Beto's Mufflers & Catalytics	4.8 ★	132	Catalytic converter theft repairs	View ›

5 Best Muffler Shops in Los Angeles (2026)

A closer look at each shop

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Team MPE #1 "Mike's Performance Exhaust & Mechanical"

4.7473 Google reviews

Team MPE, also known as Mike's Performance Exhaust & Mechanical, is a South LA shop that specializes in custom and factory exhaust systems, catalytic converter replacement, and engine rebuilding. They sell their own line of performance exhaust bezels, cold air intakes, and brake components alongside the shop work. Customers bring everything from Porsches to vintage Fairmonts here for welding and exhaust fabrication, and the crew is known for building custom setups rather than just swapping stock parts.

What people praise

Custom exhaust fabrication, not just off-the-shelf parts
Handles catalytic converter theft repairs with anti-theft shields
Reviewers call out Mike, Juan, and Mario by name for quality work
Comfortable working on both daily drivers and vintage or performance cars

Worth knowing

Some jobs involve welding and custom fabrication, so turnaround can take longer than a quick swap

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume473 · 98th

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown83% 5-star

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Our take: The volume here, 473 reviews, is the highest on this page, and the rating holds at 4.7 despite that scale. If you want a shop that will actually fabricate a custom exhaust instead of installing a generic part, this is the one reviewers point to first.

Website +1323-752-1737 Directions

221 W Florence Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90003

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk

109 Mufflers & Tires

4.7447 Google reviews

109 Mufflers & Tires is a South LA shop that's been doing exhaust work since at least 2013, according to reviewers who've been coming back for over a decade. Beyond mufflers, they also handle wheel alignments and general tire work. The shop is family-run, with Sebastian frequently named as the person who explains pricing and options to customers.

What people praise

Multi-generation customers, some going back to 2013
Handles wheel alignments in addition to exhaust work
Sebastian is repeatedly praised for clear, honest pricing

Worth knowing

A handful of reviewers describe price quotes changing between phone and in-person visits, so it's worth confirming pricing before work starts

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume447 · 93th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown88% 5-star

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Our take: This shop earns its 447 reviews mostly on trust built over years, not a single flashy job. The complaints that exist cluster around communication on pricing, so get everything confirmed up front and the experience matches what most reviewers describe.

Website +1323-588-5646 Directions

6312 Compton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk

3C Performance Exhaust

4.8253 Google reviews

3C Performance Exhaust, on La Cienega, does muffler installs, resonator deletes, valved exhaust setups, and catalytic converter cage installs, plus some brake and smog inspection work. Luis is named repeatedly as the shop's lead technician, and reviewers describe a shop that gets busy fast because word has gotten around.

What people praise

4.8 rating, the highest on this page
Luis is called out by name across multiple reviews for quality welds
Works on a wide range of vehicles, from vintage Corvettes to daily German imports
Offers drinks to customers while they wait

Worth knowing

Reviewers note the shop gets busy, so arriving early helps avoid a wait

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume253 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown92% 5-star

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Our take: The rating edges out everyone else on this page, and it's built on real repeat business, several reviewers mention this being their second or third visit. The catch is popularity: get there early if you want to avoid a line.

Website +1310-839-2442 Directions

2608 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034

#4🕑 Open 7 days

Atlantic Muffler Shop

4.5219 Google reviews

Atlantic Muffler Shop operates as a general auto repair shop in East LA that also handles muffler and exhaust work. Reviewers mention catalytic converter replacement and general repair jobs, with Victor named as someone who walks customers through what's needed in plain terms.

What people praise

Handles both general auto repair and muffler-specific work
Victor is praised for explaining repairs clearly to customers
Affordable pricing on catalytic converter replacement, according to reviewers

Worth knowing

No website listed, so calling ahead is the only way to confirm hours or get a quote

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume219 · 83th

Confidencemoderate

Recency5 months ago

Info completenessphone · hours

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: This is a broader repair shop rather than an exhaust specialist, which shows in the slightly lower rating and review count. It's a solid option if you want muffler work handled alongside other repairs in the same visit.

+1323-262-9373 Directions

1401 S Atlantic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Beto's Mufflers & Catalytics

4.8132 Google reviews

Beto's Mufflers & Catalytics, on Beverly Blvd, focuses heavily on catalytic converter replacement and anti-theft shield installation, a service that comes up in nearly every review here given how common converter theft has become in LA. The shop works directly with insurance companies to process claims, and Beto and his family are named repeatedly by customers.

What people praise

Works directly with insurance companies on stolen catalytic converter claims
Uses CARB-certified replacement parts that pass SMOG testing
Installs anti-theft shields as a follow-up service
Reviewers describe the shop as personal and family-run

Worth knowing

The shop is tucked in among other businesses and can be easy to miss on a first visit

Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume132 · 68th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown90% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: This is the smallest shop on the page by review count, 132, but the 4.8 rating and the specific focus on converter theft repair make it a strong pick if that's exactly the problem you're dealing with.

Website +1213-351-9950 Directions

2811 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90057

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How we rank these shops

Rating is each shop’s live average on Google. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a rating, ranked against other shops in the same search. Confidence blends the two so a shop with thousands of reviews at 4.7 doesn’t get out-ranked by one with a handful of 5-star reviews. Recency checks how recently people are still leaving reviews, and completeness checks whether a shop has a working site, phone number, and posted hours. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

What does muffler and exhaust work cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Pricing depends heavily on the job. A simple muffler swap costs far less than a custom exhaust build or a catalytic converter replacement with an anti-theft shield, and vehicle type changes the math too. None of the shops on this page published specific price lists we could verify, so ask for a written quote before authorizing work, and get a second opinion if a catalytic converter quote feels high given how frequently that part gets targeted for theft in LA.

Muffler shops across Los Angeles

These shops span South LA, East LA, and the Mid-City area near La Cienega, so wherever you’re searching from, muffler repair near me in Los Angeles usually turns up a shop within a reasonable drive. If your catalytic converter was stolen, several shops here can turn around a replacement plus a theft shield in under a day.

What to ask before you book muffler work

Is the quote for the part alone, or does it include labor and any welding?
If it’s a catalytic converter, is the replacement CARB-certified so it will pass SMOG testing?
Do you install anti-theft shields, and is that priced separately?
Will you show me the old part and explain what failed?
How long will the vehicle need to stay at the shop?
Do you offer any warranty on parts or labor?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these muffler shops?

We pulled real Google Business data for muffler and exhaust shops in Los Angeles, then ranked them on rating, review volume, and how recently customers were still leaving reviews.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects data verified in July 2026. We periodically re-check ratings and review counts to keep the rankings current.

Why is my catalytic converter such a common repair topic here?

Los Angeles has one of the highest rates of catalytic converter theft in the country, which is why several shops on this page specifically mention theft repair and anti-theft shield installation in their reviews.

Do these shops handle custom exhaust work, not just repairs?

Several do. Team MPE and 3C Performance Exhaust both come up repeatedly in reviews for custom builds, resonator deletes, and valved exhaust setups, not just stock replacements.

The bottom line

Team MPE has the review volume and range of work to be a safe default for most muffler and exhaust needs in LA. If your issue is specifically a stolen catalytic converter, Beto’s is worth a call given how much of their business is built around exactly that repair. Either way, ask for a written quote before the work starts.

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