Reviews of Custom Exhaust & Brakes, Inc.. (Auto Repair Shop) in Asheville (North Carolina).

Custom Exhaust & Brakes, Inc.

234 Reviews

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Auto repair shop

Auto repair shop

1345 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Custom Exhaust & Brakes, Inc.

Susan Gentry

We are from Raleigh and were headed back when we realized that, following hitting a pothole last night, the muffler had melted the bumper. We randomly called Custom Exhaust and they graciously agreed to fit us in to see if it was safe to drive back to Raleigh. They were able to make a couple of small adjustments that made it safe to travel. They charged very little and sent us on our way with peace. We are very thankful.

Shea Struder-Willis

This place is always busy, but its cause they are freaking awesome. All the staff are super helpful and kind. When you do get your car in, they work fast and get you in and out asap. Fair prices and trustworthy folks.

Tara Lingerfeldt

They were really nice and reasonably priced. When I called they asked us to show up between 730 and 8am because they get booked up really quick. We were out of there by 9am and they did a great job on our exhaust!

Joseph McHugh

I've been here a couples times, they do good work and VERY inexpensive compared to other shops in the area. You have to get there before they open in the morning because they are very popular and the jobs stack up.

Chris O’Brien

For 17 years I’ve had Jim and Ashley work on my vehicles, ever since I’ve moved to WNC. I live in Marion and have my work and personal vehicles towed directly to them. They are always fair in price and always go above and beyond to get my vehicle in. I should have left this review years ago. Great people and a great business! Thank you guys for always going above and beyond!

Fernie G

Best mechanics ever, bar none and hands down!!!!! I love these guys, the WHOLE STAFF is wonderful and funny as hell.....great workers and they do a great job...

Greenbox

These guys are great! I brought in my Tesla for sway bar end links and they were quick and reasonable! Try and get there when they open to avoid delays as these guys keep busy!

Cathy Green

All I can say is “Wow!” Ashley and his crew were spot on! From the ordering of parts, installation and the service was incredible! Thank you for your quick response to my issues. I will definitely be back!

John Mac

Best people I have ever met. Friendly and professional. Jim and Charles are top-notch and as busy as they are prove it.

Stuart Greene

Great, honest, and economical shop. I used them to replace a CV Axle on my 4Runner and I couldn't be happier!

Tom Lasley

These guys are at the top! They always take care of my vehicles and are always looking out for my best interests whether it means more work for them or less. Can't think of anywhere else I would take my vehicles.

Janine R Anderson

Great auto repair shop! Friendly and fast.

Robert Henderson

I have been going to Custom Exhaust and Brakes for a long time. They're the best in the business. Friendly, honest, great prices, expert mechanics, and they love what they do. It shows in their positive attitudes. You know when you walk in a place and as soon as you speak to someone you can feel the good vibes? That's Custom Exhaust and Brakes.

Sharon Hughes

I needed the catalytic converter replaced and a tune up done on my Subaru Forrester. I called them on Monday, they ordered the part and I dropped off my car this morning. They gave me a ride home! They were so wonderful., professional and affordable .I highly recommend them and will use them again if I have any car problems.

Alex

I brought my truck in this morning because the ABS and brake lights kept going on and off on the dash. I have a ‘95 Nissan pickup truck which can be tough to repair. I was impressed by the service I received - although it was a busy morning, Jim gave me his full attention and I felt like he really listened to me. He treated everyone else in line with the same friendly disposition. He assured me that they would do everything they could to rectify my brake issue even though it might be difficult because it’s an older model. They were very quick to diagnose the situation and had my truck’s brakes working correctly within a few hours. I really appreciate this experience and will highly recommend this business from now on. Thank you!

Jackie K

Always really nice, and always give me a straightforward price quote. I dropped my car off to have the AC repaired and they called before they did anything to explain what they wanted to do and give me a price before they did it. The only thing is they don’t do appointments so you have to drop your car off before 8am the day of service.

Doug Dew

This place does really good work so much that you have to call and book appointments to get your car done because of how much work they have I wish it was a better way to get your car seen but it isn't and I am still looking forward to having my car look at by these guys

Zachery Adam

Jim and all the mechanics and staff at Custom Exhaust & Brakes, Inc are true professionals. Honest, trust-worthy, i have been going here for over 6 years; with many cars serviced. Lately, i have appreciated their thorough reviews, and their pricing is so fair. They sent me home with all my issues on my Audi resolved, with a $5 bill. you cannot beat that. Above all, its truly my neighborhood mechanic. Thank you! Definitely appreciate y'all!

Karina Woodward

By far the best experience I've ever had taking a vehicle in for a service. These guys are hard working, honest, and go above and beyond for their customers. Highly recommend!

Teresa Cook

Like always. Great people doing a great job at a fair price.

Brian King

Been with these guys for years! Jim and his staff are amazing! Very friendly, very fair, and very professional. Super bunch of mechanics! They are on a first come, first serve basis. Drop car after hours and leave brief description of work to be done and keys in drop box. No hassle car repair👍 …

JT

Unpretentious in appearance but honest, professional and good people. I've been talking my vehicles here for well over a decade. CE&B is a local favorite, in the vein of Newbridge Tire and that sort of loyalty is earned over many years.

Rj Noid

Charlie did an awesome job on my Mustang exhaust upgrade from stock to a Flowmaster. Sounds great. As a repeat costomer, I can recommend without reservation. My thanks!

Kenneth Huck

I have experience with doing auto repair and I have been bringing my vehicles with problems here for over ten years. I tend to bring technical questions/ opinions . I have found them noteworthy for their listening, openness to questions, transparency and their awareness of what they know and what they do not. Their willingness to step into unfamilar territory has served my well. I see the team as worth their weight in gold.

tabatha roberts

These guys know what they're doing! Very friendly and helpful

Karen J Webb

I love shopping at Aldis! The people that work here are very helpful and friendly. The prices are extremely inexpensive! If you've never shopped at Aldis before, I promise you will always go back!

Yellow Metal

These folks are beyond nice, perform great work with old school knowledge & customer service. I drove from Burnsville and got there 23mins before they open to find I was number 2 in line already for their 8 am opening. Moments later number 3 pulled behind me. There is a reason these folks are so busy. They are down to earth friendly, capable, they care about the customer vehicle and the customers time, as well as very reasonable. I have a 2020 RAM truck with less than 15k and had brake squealing. The dealership won't cover brakes over 12k under warranty and they wanted an exuberant amount to machine the rotors scuff the pads and regrease everything. At that point I was almost resigned to just replace the rotors and pads w performance parts. Instead I searched reviews then phoned in and spoke w Jim. After him taking a good bit of time to speak with me never rushing me even tho I could hear in the background they were quite busy I knew this was the place I would trust my new truck. They opened the doors right on time and did good work for a reasonable price. After watching them operate and Jim interact with both staff & customers I will absolutely return & have already recommended to a friend on the ride home.

tira

I was stressing about the brakes on my car and my friend recommended Custom Exhaust and Brakes; after calling around for quotes this place had the lowest price locally by a couple hundred of dollars. I have someone in my house who is immune compromised and I was satisfied with their amount of safety. They put all new brakes, routers, and calipers on my car within four hours of dropping it off. They had such positive attitudes! Thank you!

Gabrielle Theisen

I moved from Michigan, and this is the only place that I’ve been to that I have not been haggled as a woman and treated as though I know nothing about mechanics. I brought my vehicle in to have my muffler repaired because I didn’t have the means to complete the repair myself. The gentleman I spoke to on the phone, Zack, was very polite and responded promptly to every question I had. I decided to give them a chance and I’m so glad I did. Jim, the guy I spoke to when I arrived was very quick to determine a solution. I did have to wait about 45 min to an hour but he kept me updated throughout the entire process. Will definitely recommend! Lovely customer service! You guys are doin it right!

Andrea G

The guys at this shop are great at what they do. I had an issue no one else could figure out except for Custom Exhaust and Brake. They are my go to guys for car repair. Never a disappointment. They are straight forward and they don't try to rip you off. They have done work for me on all my vehicles over the years. This is the only place in town that I will allow to work on my cars. They are the very very best!

JR Moore

Dropped my Lexus Is350 off at 8 am, they had it done by 1230. Had a very leaky aftermarket exhaust system put on poorly by previous owner. Custom exhaust welded it up and had me back on the road very quickly! All at a very affordable price (Sub $50).

Porters Mama

Have been taking both our personal vehicles and work vehicles to Jim at Custom Exhaust & Brakes for the past 4 years. They have literally saved us thousands of dollars. Very honest owners, fast thorough work, and very fair prices. They worked on my past employers (non-profit) work vehicles and they were so impressed with the prices, mechanical knowledge, and turn around time.

Harvey Vincent

Genuine, honest, and kind. Best mechanics in town.

Brandon Cox

I was passing through from Pa to Fl and they provided excellent service! I had an exhaust leak and they found a way to squeeze me in that day with no complaints. They knew exactly what was wrong and I was only stranded for an hour. Before I went here I visited 10+ other places just looking for someone who could get my car in today, but no one had the time to welt a pipe back together. It took Custom exhaust 5 minutes to do. Great customer service!

Michael Justice

Very friendly people. Did my buddies complete exhaust and it sounds amazing. Im taking my wife's truck to get it done next. I highly recommend this place

Virginia Myers

Had an emergency with my car, My neighbor took the car here. Thank you so much . They are the best!!!!! The neighborhood loves these guys.

Evan Davis

Excellent place to go for any automotive needs. Had them do a muffler delete on my mazdaspeed earlier today and they did a perfect job on it. Welds are great and the tips I had put on look amazing. Be sure to give these guys a visit. This is where I’ll be going for all my exhaust needs.

Janet Blankenship Hill

Had my Rav 4 fixed in 1 day. Service was good and everyone was friendly. They took the time to answer all my questions. I highly recommend it 👍 …

Ed Carriere

Trustworthy, honest, great pricing. Only down side, they don't take appointments, sometimes they can offer a ride if you need one when you leave your car, or you can arrange for a ride. Other than that, perfect.

Sandy Forman

This is the only repair shop that my wife and I use. We have been going to this repair shop for years and that is because while other shops in the area add on to the repairs you request or need or in one case do a unnecessary repairs to raise the value of their ticket, Jim and the crew have on more than one occasion mitigated the cost of the repair by providing less expensive alternatives prior to doing any more expensive repairs. Even if ultimately higher cost of repairs are necessary as they sometimes are in older cars, this way of doing business has saved us hundreds of dollars!

jason burke

Honest, friendly staff and fair prices. I’ve done all of my own work for years, but these folks are changing that. It’s always been hard to find a straight shooting mechanic, but these guys do solid work for a fair price and don’t try to sell you services you don’t need. It’s the only shop I want to go to.

BreeAnn Keogh

So kind and honest. The only place I will ever take my car. No appointments so expect to leave car or get there early. A busy place but no matter because customer service and rates well worth it. They explain everything so well and treat everyone with respect.

Chris Erdahl

Hidden Secret in Asheville! Subaru quoted me about $500 to replace a resonator in my exhaust. They recommended Custom Exhaust and Brakes. Since the resonator doesn't affect emissions I wanted a straight pipe put in to replace it. I drove up to CE&B around 7:45am on a Saturday and was the 5th person in line! There is a good reason for this line... The staff were so fast and so in tune with one another that everyone in line was taken care of at the same time. Even in that tiny little space! I met with the mechanics and explained what I wanted and they knew right what to do. The quote was AWESOME and the whole repair took about 20 minutes. These guys are awesome! Don't just take my word for it; read the other reviews, meet them yourself, and when you're at their shop, take time to read all the cards people have sent them. Top notch shop that's a rarity to find anymore. I will take my car back anytime! Thanks a lot guys!

Jeremy Browning

Fantastic Service... BMW Mercedes Volvo GMC 1955 truck or a Honda. Very knowledgeable all over the Globe.....Very busy place. Best to get there early

Mike Jones

Great set of guys, Took good care of my Tahoe, called to let me know of other issue and how to save money on getting my own part. Glad to have met this great shop.

Irma Willard

I have been taking my car and truck to Custom Exhaust for all my mechanic needs for years. They're honest and reliable.

Doc Holliday

Jim and his staff do excellent work at a fair price. They do a lot more than exhaust and brakes. We have been doing business there for years and we keep coming back!

Chiloh Reece

This team is very professional, fast, competent, upfront and honest mechanics! I highly recommend Custom Exhaust and Brakes and refer my family and friends to use them.

Jessica Szabo

My husband needed a new strut on his Jeep and the dealer quoted us $150 to replace it. We took the truck to Custom Exhaust and asked them to look at it since we were buying new tires there anyways. When they noticed the brand of strut, they knew it was covered under a lifetime warranty so they called the manufacturer and had them send over a new one. They replaced the assembly and only charged us very minimally for labor. I consider this place the most honest mechanics in Asheville and would recommend them to anyone!

jack king

Absolutely a great place they're real nice concern about your problem very professional I will be going back

Faith Schomp

I've been taking cars there for years. They are friendly and do good work!

Haley Johnson

Jim and his crew are great! Super customer service and they even charged me less than what he quoted me to fix my air compressor. Highly recommend!

Sherry Keith

Very friendly and nice people! Would recommend to anyone!

Chad Wilbur

They've always done me right though it can be difficult sometimes trying to communicate what I need through the secretary because they're very specific and I need input from the mechanic and I don't like the policy of having to bring it in at 8 all the time but they've always taken care of me their prices are fair the owners are great guy so definitely go here for all your mechanic needs.

Bill Raynor

We've been going to this place for about 8 years off and on for all our car repairs, they are honest, reasonable and won't try to sell or add anything we don't need for repair.Jim always gets us in and they even pick us up and brings us back when the car is being repaired, good quality work, the mechanics are always friendly.

Jane Doe

Jim and his people are always a pleasure to work with. I'm always confident referring friends and family to Custom Exhaust because I never question their ability to treat them respectfully and honestly.

mtnman77

5 Star Service! Expert honest mechanics they will only replace what is needed, very trustworthy, friendly people here.

Chris Morgan

Only went for an inspection but had a question on a project that I'm working on and they were very helpful. I was in and out in twenty minutes in total. I'll definitely be back.

Justin Wyatt

I've taken my car here several times. Good quality work and good prices. They're usually swamped, so getting there early is a must.

Darrell Waldrop

Have been going here for years. Always treat you with respect and very good about what they do. Only place I take my vehicles.

Sid Ackerman

They fixed my brakes when the dealership gave me false information. Were very nice too

DeShun Simpson

They are friendly and they get the job done right. I will always go there to get work done on my car. Ashley is a great

Rebecca Whitted

Great group of people just did a fantastic job on my car . Will most different be going back !

Dianna Campbell

My family all goes there for any kind if work done, always friendly, accurate and on great timing ! Gotta love the humor there too!

Dale Hulse

This place was extremely busy when I went in there and they managed to do a complete inspection and have me out in 20 minutes great staff

Diane Morgan

These guys are the best. And do wonderful work.

Henry Shadwell

Great service great price. Came in right at the quote and gave knowledgeable insight into what was going on and how to proceed going forward.

Nancy Hyler

Always friendly and great work!!! Ashley is an awesome mechanic!!!

ryan murphy

Amazing company. We were on #hotroddragweek2018 and need emergency repair. They got us right in and did an amazing job. I would recommend this company to everyone I know. 👍💪 …

Jake Gorman

Great people Jim was one of the nicest people to talk to they got me In and out quick with amazing work and clean welds on my exhaust, Highly recommended!!

Brittany Schreiber

Very quick and friendly, went to get my car inspected and it only took about 10 minutes. Will definitely go here again!

Curtis Sluder

Honest, quality mechanics. They wont have you fix what doesnt need to be. Great business.

Joel Allison

Great place to go for all your automotive repairs. These mechanics are kind, they can be trusted and they do great work.

Rob Wall

Best car shop I have ever been to, they give fair prices, are very friendly,& fast, good quality service.

Daniel Cook

Best, most honest auto repair shop I've ever used. Highly recommend!

Lavinia Weaver

GREAT PEOPLE TO DO BUSINESS. VERY RESPECTFUL . PRICES REASONABLE. JUST GREAT PEOPLE EVEN GAVE ME A RIDE HOME AND BACK SEVERAL TIMES. WOULD RECOMMEND THEM VERY HIGHLY. I WILL GO BACK FOR ANY AUTO CARE.

Thomas Houston

Good honest people with a fair price that won’t rip you off. I recommend this place over any others in Asheville and I’ve been in Asheville all my life. A+

BriarDan “BriarDan”

I've gotten my truck inspected there for years. I've had a few repairs there also. Great service and honest.

Aaron Robinson

Inexpensive and very honest people. Best place in Asheville, far as I know

susannah bliss wingfield

Quality work and always at a decent price. Never had any issues with repairs they have done or work they did.

chris hensley

Awesome place! These guys really know how to take care of your automotive needs!!

Steven Sreb

Jim is the best! Been taking my car there for years. Trustworthy honest service.

Charles Maynor

Looking for a good mechanic and one that is honest and you can trust. See Manager Jim. Highly recommend!

Tristan

Got exhaust done on my Avalanche. Good quality work at a decent price. I would definitely go back if I had future problems.

Kathleen Gucciardi

I like this place...they're honest, do good work and charge a reasonable price.

Brett Amos

Best shop in town. Jim is the man. Along with everyone else that works there. Honest, affordable and dependable

tina nichols

Awesome place to get your car fixed. Will treat you right. No over charging.

Mike Eggleston

Very fast service. Had a great experience here. Definitely suggest going here.

T K

Great work and customer service at reasonable rates. Just wish they were closer to home or work.

nancy Ellyson

Did the job right the first time at a fare price. I would absolutely use them again!

Eric Rosenthal

It's very difficult to find genuine honest people. However that is exactly what you get here. 5 stars.

Amanda Thomas

Great Auto techs. Quality customer service and very reasonable 👌👍 …

Jody Treadway

Always courteous and honest. The only place I trust to service our vehicles.

Kelly Allen

Love the staff! Only place I will take my car and recommended to everyone!

joseph stokes

Best place ever.

Everett Cantos

Very nice people they treat me nice

Nancy Ellyson

I love them... have used them for years!

Bahama Karen

Fast effective efficient. And very nice people

Brandi Price

Wonderful staff and quick service. Will definitely be returning. Ashley is the best.

Antoine Powell

Did an awesome job on replacing my timing belt at a fair price!

Lynn Netherton

Great service. Just good honest folks.

Johnny Stephenson

Great place.I will not go anywhere else.Highly recommend.Honest and fair prices,will not rip you off.

clawthius

This is a shop staffed with friendly, knowledgable and helpful people.

Sunflower 75/68

Incredible service. They also have best prices.

Nancy Dodenhoff

Makes things easy to understand, offers options. Honest work, fair pricing and they work with integrity

Tavia Underwood

These men work really well and they were very friendly

Jay M Boca

Great place for car repsir and inspections, fast done well, ask for Jimmy

Young Park

Awesome local shop. Entire team is friendly and honest.

John Doe

Very friendly and helpful.

david tindall

just went in for an inspection, super fast and friendly. would visit for more if i needed it

Zach Penland

Super awesome guys, knowledgeable but not pushy. On time. Trustable

Gary Jones

Professional job and Jim and the crew are the absolute best.

Amy Abernathy

They are friendly and do a great job

Teresa Pearson

Most honest mechanics that gives great service!!

Sue Polston

Excellent customer service, fast & friendly.

Stephanie Schraven

Awesome service! Quick and affordable!

Merritt Eastman

Hardworking, honest staff! My go-to place for my car now!!

Tonya price

They're fantastic here!!!

J Rob

Fair prices, quality work, and speedy service.

Jeanette Boutwell

Great service but may have to wait.

Combs Jerry

They are always very helpful very nice folks

Iva Seals

Amazing service and great employees.

Kyoshi Karl K. Wagner

The best for less done by the experienced mechanics!

Sabrina Surrett

Always have great experience here.

Larry Plummer

Excellent service good mechanics

matt davis

These guys do great work

Rob E

Great place, friendly and knowledgeable staff

Barb Lama

Great staff & customer service!

Jam

Always great to do business with

NLG x SaVaGe

Do they do straight pipe exhaust ??

Jay M

Best people and service. Quick.

Stephen Levi

Always good service.

Nancy Stewart

Reasonable brake work. Good folks.

Appalachian Craft Masters

Great place to take your Cadillac.

Pamela Littlejohn

It was done by the time I got off

Lilith Caldwell

Fun inviroment and very reasonable

Michael Fox

Good work and honest people!

Alex Batranchuk

Reliable and honest

Petro Matviychuk

Fast in and out in under a hour

Theresa Withrow

They are fantastic

Robert Riebell

Honest, great service.

Justin Garnes

Great people. Real honest.

Beth Oh

Honest & reasonable prices!

Samuel Chamberlain

The best mechanic in town.

Gary Murphy

Very professional very fast!!

Pam Hyatt

The only place to take your vehicle.

jim owenby

Great group of people.

Michael Harrin

Great people great service

Tiffany Gonzales

Best shop in town

Al Roland

Great services!

Aj Shipman

Ashley is the best!

Chris Bradford

Best mechanics anywhere

Jammie Smith

Jim and the crew rock

R Tumash

Highly recommend

Gabriel Perez

good attention

Larry Stewart

Great people

Denise Peterson

Great mechanics

Victoria Anthony

Absolutely best customer service - will recommend to anyone in Asheville 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 …

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