Carlos and his family have been around for decades doing superb exhaust work. He's old school, in the best way possible. No upselling, no fluff- he takes what you want, and gets it done. I've taken several cars to him, and each time have had a stellar experience. Honest with fair pricing, and transparent, quality work is what makes an excellent shop- and he delivers. read more

Very professional. They did a great job on my 55. Finished the job in half the time he said and it came out very nice! read more

Service was amazing, will definitely go back the next time I need his expertise, would recommend to anyone.

Carlos is top-quality. I pulled in at 4:30 on a Friday, thinking I might get an assessment and appointment. He had me pull onto the lift, diagnosed, welded up, and on my way. Didn't even shut off the ignition. This is my new go-to! read more

Solid, solid business. I talked to Carlos over the phone and discussed on what I should have done to the Challenger. I told Carlos it was a 2010 3.5L V6 Challenger, and immediately already knew what to do as he had owned one in the past. Personally I don't know too much about exhaust systems, but from what I have seen from his work, he had recommended wider diameter cats and pipes, FlowMaster Streetflows splitting into a dual exhaust system, and some new tips. He gave me a really reasonably quote, 750 for the whole thing flat, no taxes. Carlos was a kind guy, was very welcoming. He had an accommodating waiting room with a TV and leather seating, which was very comfortable. Also accommodating drinks and a Ryobi fan by my side. It was 95 degrees when I got there. If you ever need exhaust work, hit Carlos up at Ace Muffler Shop. He'll give you the best quote and prices in the SD area. 5/5. read more

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I came in to weld my catalytic converter Carlos was friendly, honest and efficient... I would highly recommend his services.

Great service, place to wait while car is being worked on. Big TV haha, would highly recommend.

To say we are IMPRESSED is an understatement! We had a fantastic experience all the way around. Very nice shop! We stumbled upon Ace and couldn't be happier with Carlos and his services! We have a VW campervan and are adding a hitch to attach the Yakima EXO system with a storage box on the back of the van and we were worried the exhaust would burn/melt the storage box. Carlos custom made a new pipe for us that turns out to the side and he painted it black. It's perfect for our needs and looks fantastic! THIS is the only place anybody should ever go to in San Diego for their muffler needs. Carlos is extremely knowledgeable, fast-thinking, efficient, does great work!!! And the coolest thing just might be that amazing movie theater room he has inside his shop - mind-blowingly cool! We highly recommend Ace Muffler Shop! read more

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Carlos helped me take out resonator for my civic type r. I was very grateful that he took the job even though it was only 10 minutes before closing. Now my car sounds much much better definitely coming back thanks Carlos read more

The best muffler shop hands down! Prices are extremely reasonable and the work is fast. The owner takes great pride in his work! He even has a theatre style waiting area with free drinks! Great shop, great work. Amazing customer service, can't be beat. read more

I've never had a shop be so efficient and helpful. Extremely thankful for this place. My exhaust tips came loose off my muffler and was dragging. It got fixed fast. Unfortunately in the process a line from my bagged suspension melted and he fixed it for me quickly. read more

He installed a Flowmaster muffler on my Tacoma which sounded great but ended up being too loud for me. I was able to go back and have him add a resonator per his recommendation to reduce the volume and it worked perfectly. Good customer service and honest work. thanks ! read more

Installed a muffler on e-type jag frankenstein with a 350. Did it it an hour. Carlos was great. Fair pricing too.

Had my shit sounded like a Ferrari on a 2FEAZ motor Highly recommend, great service, great guy read more

Carlos is the best. Good price . Replaced my truck muffler in 40 minutes very all done read more

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Honestly I would recommend people to just save their money and go to a good muffler shop. The man at the shop didn't do a very good job with my muffler , he left one side completely unwelded not even tacked. Used cheap material, and didn't want to do anything I wanted because he had to cut and weld and in his own words said" it's a lot of work" keep in mind I was willing to pay. Brought him a a dual muffler again and he straight out told me no he can't do it . Honestly made me double think about keeping the car I have he made it sound like I was stuck lol thank god I took my car to a real muffler shop and got exactly what I wanted done for half the price. For 2 feet of piping and installing a oem muffler I provided charged me $500...smh read more

Ace Muffler Shop - Completely didn't weld one side of my muffler and charged me $500 smh - Auto Parts & Supplies Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great job on my muffler and resonator delete. Got me in and out quick. Got my car sounding and looking better. Definitely my new muffler guy. read more

Ace Muffler Shop - Auto Parts & Supplies Near Me - San Diego, California

If you live within 100 miles of Ace Muffler then make the drive to his shop. I assure you that it will be worth the effort. Carlos is the long time owner of his establishment and knows everything about his business. You cannot possibly go wrong. He knows what you need and nothing more. In that I called Carlos first, I arrived in the afternoon before 3pm and was in and out in 45 minutes. Fair pricing and expert work. Go here for your muffler / resonator needs. read more

Owner was very kind and informative with the issue on my car, he was very kind to help me and even suggested things to do to help me save money. Really cheap pricing for quality work and corrections. Would definitely recommend and return. read more

Ace made my 2006 Tundra sound and perform like a champ, so it was no question when I upgraded to my 2022 Tundra I returned to Ace for recommendations as Toyota dropped V8's and I now had to figure out how to make my new V6 sound it's best. Magnaflow, Flowmaster, Carven, the list goes on and on but none of them were it. Ace recommended dropping the muffler, deleting it and straight piping exhaust and it came out amazing! Shop is knowledgeable, friendly, out to make sure the customer is happy and most importantly honest with fair prices. I'm happy to support and recommend this small / local business! read more

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Went for quick muffler delete and the job was done quick and fast price was fair for the speed and knowledge of the work would highly recommend. When work was completed car sounded great. read more

Carlos is amazing! Wonderful service. My old muffler rusted off completely and he was able to replace it quickly and at a great price. Thank you Carlos!!! read more

Taken the time to do it right unlike other shops I've been to before that does a half ass job. read more

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Trust all of the good reviews!! Carlos not only replaced my cat converter, he helped me every step of the way after it was stolen. I had no idea what I was doing and he guided me through the entire process. My dad owned his own auto repair shop in Akron, Ohio for 40 years before he passed away in 2018. His advice: if you find a car guy you trust, stick with him. I took that advice to heart. Carlos was an absolute godsend. He has been so patient with all of my phone calls, questions, my back and forth with my insurance guy, and my questions about parts. I'll be coming here for all exhaust related issues forever. :) My dad would be so happy. read more

Fantastic service, very fast, and an honest shop. Got us in and out in less than an hour. Would highly recommend

Gotta love a place that gives you real advice and help even if it means sending you to another location for something they don't typically do. I'll definitely be coming here for my other vehicles to get the work they'll be needing soon. read more

A+++++ Outstanding work and very detail oriented! I had a great first time experience with Carlos with my Porsche Panamera. I had Carlos due a muffler delete and put matte black dual exhaust tips on my ride. Carlos went above and beyond and painted my exhaust pipes matte black behind the tips to ensure everything matched. Carlos is up front, honest and the go-to guy for exhaust work! I will definitely be back for any/all exhaust work. Thanks Carlos and my Porsche sounds awesome!!! read more

Ace Muffler Shop - Auto Parts & Supplies Near Me - San Diego, California

Called Wednesday morning to schedule a mid muffler delete on my Charger, he was able to get me in the next morning, whole process took a little over an hour. He even noticed the exhaust tips were a bit off and adjusted them for me. Very happy, highly recommend! read more

Ace Muffler Shop - Going up. - Auto Parts & Supplies Near Me - San Diego, California

Checked out 4 other shops for my 72 Mach1. Other shops were cool but once I was ready the price was higher from first quote. Decided not to go with other shops and happy I did. Called up Ace Muffler and spoke with Carlos. Straight to the point, no price changes, just straight up honesty and great work. Probably the oldest muffler shop in SD. Carlos knew what it needed to sound and look like. After about 5 hours, got the call it was done. I couldn't be more grateful that I let Carlos. Such a great person and great work. Thanks Carlos for everything. read more

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Excellent shop to go to. Very helpful and gave the best advice to achieve the sound i was looking for. Clean work and very friendly. Thank you Carlos read more

Ace Muffler Shop - Auto Parts & Supplies Near Me - San Diego, California

On point and straight to business. Know what u want and he can make it happen. Totally recommend to anyone and everyone.

This place is good to go. I was in and out in about 45 mins. Super happy with their exhaust recommendation. It was exactly what I wanted.

Carlos is a real one. Helped replace my catalytic converters in a pinch and a much more reasonable price. Suggested I buy my parts on amazon to eliminate additional costs and charged me for labor. I trust and respect his business. Would come again. read more

Wanted to do a resonator delete n called multiple shops, Ace was the one I chose to go to. Was the first car of the day and got in n out in less than 30 minutes. I was looking for a more deeper tone to my car n Ace was the shop that delivered. No further markups or complications, made it easier n convenient to get what I wanted. I will always trust a self owned shop rather than a big franchise to do work on my car. Worth the price, time, and quality. Happy he was able to take care of my vehicle . read more

Ace Muffler Shop - Auto Parts & Supplies Near Me - San Diego, California

Five stars hands down. Called for advice on a exhaust set up for my 2013 Raptor. I read the reviews and noticed that not only did they have all 5 star ratings, but everyone mentioned that Carlos the owner answers personally. This is exactly what I found when I called. Carlos answered and although he is busy he took the time to answer all my questions and give me good advice. In the end we went with a magna flow with three inch pipes. Carlos proudly showed me how the pipes were three inch from start to finish with zero air flow restrictions. In the end I paid less for top of the line parts and install than I could have paid for just the parts on line. I was in and out in less than an hour. Five star service and top notch quality. read more

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I would like to thank Ace Muffler great value I've been going to a muffler for years nobody can beat his prices

Was looking for a Flowmaster and Ace carry's what you need in stock. I have a 2014 Toyota Tubdra and needed a 2 inlet, 1 outlet exhaust. Could not find anyone to carry them in stock until I called Ace. Spoke to them, had it in stock along with a 3' piping for it. Got it done the same day. In and out and been very happy with it. Went with the Super 44 and couldn't be happier with it! Def recommend to anyone looking to anyone!! read more

Great job got my mid mufflers deleted on my 18 Charger R/T! Sounds amazing great welds too! Cheap, fast work with exceptional quality! read more

Ace Muffler Shop - This man is a beast! - Auto Parts & Supplies Near Me - San Diego, California

Need a custom exhaust? Ace Muffler Shop is the place to go. I rolled in for a muffler delete on my 2013 Fiat 500T. These gentlemen were fast, friendly, and professional. I was in and out in under an hour! Beautiful work they even centered my exhaust that came out the factory crooked!! Sounds like a Baby Abarth as it should have from the factory. Please give these guys as much business as possible they are a true San Diego establishment. Did I mention reasonable too?? Because I got one heck of a deal... Thanks again guys! Much love fro m Johnny Boy! read more

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Awesome guy, super respectful. very skilled and knows exactly what he's doing. I would recommend 10/10