After going to many auto shops who either didn't do "exhaust" systems or were so busy I was told to come back "next week," I went to my Jeep dealer who said they only sold/installed Mopar parts. I had a check engine light with a code that said trouble with Bank 2 Catalytic Converter--I didn't want a new one from the dealer (over $5000 just for the part), and didn't like the place down the street he recommended because the man there was rude and snooty, so I called this place, Advanced Muffler, and Bianca told me to bring my Jeep in right then and there. They looked at it & said they could get me a good deal on a quality after-market cat converter (MagnaFlow), so I went for it. The part came in the next day--she called me to confirm--and I brought the Jeep in first thing. They were done in about 3 hours! The check engine light is gone and the Jeep runs beautifully again. Whew! This place is GREAT! I highly recommend it. The people are friendly, efficient, competent, and knowledgeable. read more

Second review, yet another solid project. I recently went in for exhaust work and they nailed it so I went back and asked if they could weld up a snapped minibike frame, and they handled no problem at a cheap price too. Onto priming and paint now read more

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When was the last time you went into an auto repair shop to pick up your vehicle and were charged LESS than the initial, agreed upon quote because the repair was less laborious than initially thought? Today was the first time this has ever happened in my decades of owning cars. Exhaust leak was inspected and repaired in less than an hour, for a very reasonable cost.. highly recommend this shop. read more

Service,Quality and Customer Service was way up there! Got what I wanted done to my vehicle And am very happy with finish product! Koodos.

Got my catalytic converter installed for my Nissan pathfinder no problems the same day, will be recommending for folks in the future.

I brought my van in. They ordered the part and I came back the next day. The mechanic had my part installed within the time quoted.The only issue I had was I had my husbands credit card and they check ID and won't take any form of payment over the phone. read more

Michel was very prompt with the service I requested. The quality of work to replace my catalytic converter was excellent. The price to replace the converter was cheaper than other places. My vehicle passed the smog test. read more

Tim gave me a price of $150 over the phone to weld in a muffler (which I already own) on a 1971 Camaro. Tim has worked on this car before, and last time he welded in the muffler it was $50. When I got to the shop, the office lady and counter guy told me that the cost would be at least $250, but probably quite a bit more. The counter guy also told me that I would "need to leave the Camaro for at least 2 to 3 days, but don't worry, we won't take it out and race it or anything". What an odd statement to make to a customer!! There were no cars on their racks, and no other customers in the store. When I asked why they needed to keep the car for days to do a one hour job, the counter guy (Temo?) said that "every muffler shop in town keeps the cars at least 3 days" and then he started naming other shops. If you like bait and switch pricing and the risk of leaving your expensive muscle car for days with guys that promise not to race it, this is the shop for you. I wish I could leave a negative 5 star review. read more

The first time I use their service, they did it in a short efficient time frame at a very reasonable price and I was able to pass my smog test, which made me very happy. Since that time I purchased another used vehicle that failed it smog test and I spoke to the representative there, Bianka and she gave me a price which was again very fair so they scheduled a time to install it, and did it very quickly in an efficient manner. I will always go to them and recommend them for their wonderful service. read more

Great place! No BS or heavy sales lies. This guy seems honest and straightforward. That's how businesses should be run. He has reasonable prices and gets you in and out as quick as possible. Who would have thought I'd find a place like this in Hemet! A+ in my book! Will differently use again! read more

Repaired the tail pipe on my Chevy Silverado and saved me a lot of money at the dealer. Very fair pricing.

Showed up a day early and they took care of me right away, great pricing, answered all my questions.

Great muffler shop really happy with the job thay did on my 2017 Hyundai sonata sport I brought them two mufflers They did a great job very professional reasonable price Definitely take your car here read more

Advance Muffler - Auto Repair Near Me - Hemet, California

I wouldn't recommend this place, I talked to the tech Tim had I asked him how much to weld on a muffler he had quoted me 129 over the phone on Thursday evening, I asked him when I could bring it in he said was available that Thursday evening or tomorrow which was Friday morning, I asked at what time they opened he said at 8am I said great I will drop off my daughters and head over there I got there at 8:10am there were no cars there, I asked for Tim showed him the muffler then went about saying that it was going to be a lot of work and had to do a y pipe for the new exhaust then came up to 260 dollars after he quoted me 129, even then I said ok fine 260 he said he had appointments and was busy till 10am, tone completely changed from one day to another either he didn't want to do the work or he saw my law enforcement sticker on my truck and decided to mess with me, regardless I would never do business here, a couple of months back had a muffler installed at dicks muffler off San Jacinto with a Y pipe for 120, much better service and didn't make up any excuses or want to overcharge, shady employee or business. read more

Very laid back, down to earth, honest and fair pricing! I commend them for offering military/veteran discounts as well; a HUGE THANK YOU! My Silverado sounds great w/ the 40 series and duel out double stainless steel tips, you guys installed!!! read more

Advance Muffler - I ask my daughter how daddy's truck sounds. She flexed like the Hulk, and said it sounds like this!!! - Auto Repair Near Me - Hemet, California

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Excellent customer service excellent work would 100% absolutely recommend these guys anybody needing any Muffler work or anything like that please go to these guys in Hemet next door to Harbor Freight excellent customer service all businesses should be like this thanks guys I really appreciate I will see you soon read more

I thought i was in trouble! I was convinced I had a bad catalytic converter, a 500 dollar repair! They pulled it in and inspected my vehicle and found that wasn't the problem! Buttoned me up and charged me just 45 dollars for an inspection fee. It is a real inspiration and blessing to find honest people you can trust! They have my business and anyone i can steer there for life! read more

I'd give it 0 stars if I could, I've brought in 5 cars in the last year to get work done and have always had 0 problems and the best service until recently last week I went in to get exaust work done to my car and they have new workers that have no idea what there doing and talking you up to the most expensive thing! Was lied to until he convinced me that it was the best thing out, straight up BS and went back the next day and he did not even try to talk! Just straight up rude comments and then charged me again for his false info!! I highly recommend to not come here any longer! Trust me!! read more

Drove in and got instant service. I got a flowmaster installed and drove off within the hour. Good priced and good staff. I will be back for more exhaust work soon. read more

brought my truck in. it was looked at right away. was given 3 options. 10 minutes later up on the rack 30 min. later done. Great customer service good price. left happy. Good place to deal with cant ask for much more. Ill return for sure if need be read more

I purchased a used van, and was told it had a new cat. The van failed a smog because the shop could not read the numbers on the cat. Old owner informed me that it was done at Advanced, so i went down and told them my problem. Informed them i had bought the van, but old owner did not have the receipt. They remembered the van, put it on a lift, verified it was hard to read unless on a lift. The cut it out and turned it so it could be read. all this while i waited. best part... no charge. Talk about a no hassle shop... Advanced Muffler is it!!! Will i bring future cars here... YES! Will i recommend this shop to friends... YES! read more

Called at 9am as my son's car needed a new catalytic converter thingy. They said come on by. I was in and out in less than an hour! Very knowledgeable, honest, and fast!!! read more

Great muffler shop. I rolled in at 11:00AM on a Saturday to get a bent tailpipe fixed. Within 5 minutes, they had my car up on the lift. 15 minutes and $85 later, I was back on the road. Great work, efficient service, and fair prices. Highly recommended. read more

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I was given a diagnostic at a smog shop for a new catalytic converter and O2 sensor because my truck was running too rich on fuel. I then came to Advance Muffler to have my catalytic converter replaced. I was told I did not need a catalytic converter or O2 sensor. They could have lied to me and taking my money but they didn't. The owner let me know what the correct code was and also gave me some advice on tuning my truck up. I know exactly where to go when I need an honest Muffler shop.. Advance Muffler! read more

I had bought what was supposed to be a direct fit catalytic converter for my car at AutoZone for $400. Turns out you still have to weld half of it in, so I came to Advance Muffler to see how much an install would be. Turns out parts and labor were going to be less than I paid for the AutoZone part. 10 minutes later they had it installed and I was on my way. I returned the original part and saved about $120. Great prices, excellent customer service. I definitely recommend coming in. read more

Excellent shop to take your car, truck or what ever to. Thought my 2011 Mustang had an exhaust leak. Owner checked it from one end to the other and showed Me how clean everything looked and nothing was wrong, and no charge. WELL worth my drive from Palm Desert to Hemet. Won't hesitate to go back if I feel it needs to be checked again, Or if I want a new sound to my muffler. I love supporting entrepreneurs like these guys who deserve to be recognized. read more

Incredible service and honesty here. They didn't even charge for looking at it where every place else was charging $75-100 just to tell us what was wrong. Welded and fixed my cracked manifold for waay less than enyone else was charging. We will be back again! read more

Powerstroke owners, perfection beyond description. Don't go anywhere else. Excellent knowledgeable staff. Bring your turbo to life.

Brought my truck here for new cats and was quoted a price only to comeback and find out the "state" raised prices two months in a row so for 1 cat was going to be over $420.. OH AND THEY KEEP YOUR OLD CAT OR THEY CHARGE A $200 CORE CHARGE.. EVEN IF YOU BRING YOUR OWN. Went to the only other muffler shop in town and I paid about $100 less. No wonder they are so fast here, they are OVERPRICED!!! read more

Great business, I appreciate the good price on Wicked flow exhaust and quality of service. I had a pin hole leak in my exhaust and they honoured the warranty and fixed the weld quickly and I was out in 5 minutes. read more

I called about my 91 Toyota pickup a few days ago .. A shop in menifee quoted me $550 to replace catalytic converter and an O2 sensor to pass smog. Bought sensor for 60 at Auto Zone called Advanced Muffler and told me they had the one I needed and could install same day . They charged me $190 installed , and I gladly paid a lil more for labor on installing O2 sensor . Good honest service read more

Great place fair pricing ... Really nice people and did an awesome job on installing a roush exhaust on my Shelby. Highly recommend and really fast service. Thanks again ! read more

I have brought a couple vehicles here for various things and they have anyways been easy, fast and reasonably priced! I will continue to go here for all my exhaust work! I have never been unsatisfied. read more

Went in for a rattling sound around the exhaust. Left without the rattling sound and no charge to fix it. Loose heat shield vibrating against the exhaust. Friendly, helpful, fast and knowledgeable. It doesn't get any better than this! Highly recommend. read more

Love this place so far they have done 5 of my vehicles great pricing and very nice people there welder is the shit clean welds taking my sons ranger down today read more

Took my newly purchased 67 Mustang in due to excessive vibration at higher rpm. They determined the system was installed with nearly solid mounts. Ordered and installed new "hangers" and an "H" pipe. Only took about an hour. Problem greatly improved. Very reasonable price! Highly recommended. read more

Need a catalytic converter done. The shop was quick and professional and did an amazing job! Highly recommended!!!

You need exhaust work done this is your place to go, dont waste time go to the best. Staff here is awesome and the work they do is the bomb, tell them your goal and they will get you there with quality parts and grate prices.... read more

The OEM Catalytic Converter on my 2000 Dodge P/U was replaced on 04/28/2011 after failing a smog test in which the converter was determined to be faulty by the smog testing technician. Upon recommendation of testing technician I had Advance Muffler Lic#AH235006 in Hemet, CA replace the catalytic converter. When my vehicle was tested again it still failed for the same reason it had prior to the replacement of the converter. After additional testing the O2 sensor was at fault. In total I was out about $400 to pass the smog test. On 04/19/2013 I took the same vehicle to a "test only" smog inspection station. Once again the vehicle failed to pass the smog test due to a faulty catalytic converter. The technician also advised me that the converter approval by the State of California had been rescinded. After locating the necessary paperwork I returned to Advance Muffler to have the catalytic converter replaced under the 5 year or 50,000 mile warranty which included parts and labor. I had less than 12,000 miles driven during a two year period. I could not believe the response I received from the female working the front counter. Before I had even showed her my paperwork or anyone even looking at my vehicle she started telling me that they would not replace the catalytic converter under warranty. Her first reason for the catalytic converter failure had to be something I had done to destroy it, "Since it was working ok when they installed or it would not have passed the smog test". I tried to explain to her that was the reason things had a warranty on them in case the item quit working before it normally would. Then she started on other things I must have done or not done to cause the catalytic converter to fail. After several minutes of why they would not replace the parts under warranty, I asked shouldn't they at least look at part before deciding that it was all my fault the part failed. They put my truck on a lift in order to see the part in question. After about a minute she came back and stated " We can't replace that under warranty, I don't know what you did but, it's all burned up and melted". I asked her to show me the problem after examining the catalytic converter I told her it looked like it normally would after 2 years. I then asked her why she was giving me such a hard time especially since the warranty states the company would cover the full replacement cost including parts and labor. She then tells me that only the owner could make that decision and he would be gone until 04/29/2013. I called the shop on that date to make sure the owner was there before driving there. I had thought that now I would get some intelligent answers to the problem however, this was not to be. I received the same responses as I had from the female. I asked him the same question about warranty as I had the female. He asked me where had I got the information about them covering the parts and labor and I told him on the paperwork he had given me. I drove to the shop and after much discussion he still refused to replace the catalytic converter. read more

i was visiting from out of town and had a random thought...lets go get some exhaust for my Audi A4 Avant! aftr looking up on my phone i saw Advance Muffler and called full expecting to be told "its friday and we are booked , call back another time please". I swear, within 12 minutes of me making that call my car was up in the air on racks and i had like a Cat back with resonator delete and a sick Magnaflow muffler!! And i was certainly not the only car there! they were busy but yet were killin it time wise and just bustin out some quality exhaust!!! No crap! The guy who recommended what i get was super cool and the nice woman in the office named Bianca was so nice when i called she not only gave me directions but stayed on the phone with me untli i saw the shop! Super cool!! Great craftsman ship! great service! Great price as well!!! Highly recommened! They really care what you putting on your car because they only do quality ! i got quality! Thanks Advance Muffler! read more