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Automotive Brake & Exhaust
2516 S Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, United States
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Automotive Brake & Exhaust

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Er
Review №1

Great customer service! They got my car in same day and had it finished within hours. Very reasonably priced. Highly recommend!

Ma
Review №2

Couldnt be happier with the job these guys did on my exhaust! Top notch all the way! Fair price and done in a very timely matter! This is the only place Ill go from now on! Thanks!

Be
Review №3

Took my 2021 BMW in to get some exhaust modifications done, they were able to get me into the shop in no time and they did great work. Explained everything they were doing, and the car sounds great! Couldnt be more pleased with the work.

Fe
Review №4

I showed up without appointment. They squeezed me and worked on my car. I highly recommend this place because of their skill level and honesty. The guy did a great job and I watched him work on my car. Great people, great place. Thy did not offer me a water as I was waiting, but charged me a very reasonable price compared to what I anticipated. I guess I can by my own water with the money I saved and Id still give them five stars.

Da
Review №5

Had exhaust done and couldnt find anyone else to do it and they had it done quick and great customer service

Mi
Review №6

There are lots of places to go in Sioux Falls for automotive service but only one place has Chad Dubac. I highly recommend Automotive Brake & Exhaust because of his incredible skill level and knowledge. Great guy, great place, and it is expanding!

Ja
Review №7

Very unprofessional. I called a week in advance to get exhaust work done and asked when they can get me in. Was told if I can get there tuesday morning when they open he would get it right on the lift and knocked out right away. So I get there this morning and they told me that they have other cars to do and that they couldnt get to it till around noon. I took off work and arranged my schedule to have this done. So to get told that I cant get it done untill later is so unprofessional. Super unsatisfied and annoyed that I took off work for them to waste my time and lie to me. What is the purpose of making an appointment. Im a certified mechanic/technician and I deal with this every day when working on customers units, people have jobs and things to to and thats why we make appointments. Now I have to find another place to do it and take more time off work. So not only did they waste my time but costed me money aswell.

Je
Review №8

Called on Friday, half an hour before closing. The conversation, after basic hellos, goes like this:AB&E: Were you wanting to make an appointment?Me: Im not sure. I work nights, and I cant come in before 1:00 or so. Do I need an appointment?AB&E: Thats fine, you dont need to make an appointment.Me: Great! I do need to have it by the 21st (Thursday). Is that doable?AB&E: Sure. Bring it in on Monday and well figure it out.Me: Thanks so much! I look forward to seeing you on Monday.Today is Monday. I showed up to find one person in the entire shop, presumably the same one I spoke to. He is watching TV when I arrive. He explains that he doesnt see people before noon. I can leave the car if I want, and hell get to it whenever he has time, after the people who made appointments (this with a meaningful glance). I feel my nostrils flare involuntarily. He will certainly not look at my car or give me any sense whether or not it will be ready when I need it. I am entirely disoriented for a moment. I am not going to wait an hour for my wife if I will have to rent a car anyway, and I am not going to rent a car if my car will be ready before Thursday. The sense of assurance I was given over the phone is entirely gone now. I ask, feeling very foolish doing so, if there is anyone there to give me a ride home. (At least that would justify deferring my rental decision.) Of course there is not. I decide that I must leave with my own car.The man reassures me, in my evident distress, that its okay, because he has plenty of work. The disrespect, the utter disregard for my time and resources is clearly understandable, given that I exist only for his gratification, and neither of us could be concerned with anything other than his being or not being sufficiently *occupied*.Would not recommend.Dave at West Sioux Exhaust, on the other hand, saw me right away (even though he was not there when I called ahead) and had my car fixed *within an hour* of leaving AB&E, for a price that was so low I was *literally startled* by it. GO THERE INSTEAD.

Da
Review №9

The owner was real nice and polite new what was wrong with my car but checked it out anyway. He is a very honest man told me it is has a recall on it.

Mc
Review №10

I appreciate a place where the people are Honest, in their work & their Smile!! = ) ...and lets not 4get Mr.Bendo...lolLorEnzO y Mijos

Da
Review №11

I suppose after a person owns a shop for 40 years they can be as shady as they please. I had heard that this shop didnt do good business but I decided to give it a try because they quoted me lower than any other shop. When I brought my car in, the owner refused to honor the original quote which was only $25 less. He tried to change his tune when I told him I would leave a negative review since I specifically went there because of his original quote. By then it was too late. He was just bsing me trying to justify why his 2nd quote was higher. So I drove down the street to The Brake Center. They beat the cost of Mr. Shadys original quote in addition to providing wonderful customer service.

Do
Review №12

30 minutes and my brakes were done good job j

Ha
Review №13

Highly recommend this place. My mechanic had told me I needed a new catalytic converter and oxygen sensors. This place quoted me $700 less for the same work. And then, after dropping off my car, they called and told me they felt like the cat was fine and that I should start with changing the O2 sensors. They could have just done the work it but they were honest and tried to save me a little money. THANK YOU.

Sc
Review №14

Chad has worked on several of our vehicles. It’s always been good, fast work at a fair price

SG
Review №15

Best place in town to get your exhaust fixed !

Tr
Review №16

Honest and kind people. Im not from Sioux Falls, and they managed to squeeze me in to fix my vehicle. Price for the work done was right as well. Thank you!!

Po
Review №17

I highly recommend this place. Just took my 05 Dodge Magnum in there and they really nice people. The guy let me watched as he looked for my problem....thought I had an 02 sensor problem which it was actually unplugged and he hooked it back up. They do honest work and if anyone need work done, this is the place!!!!!!!

Am
Review №18

Decent price, very accommodating and good service

Au
Review №19

Amazing work I stopped in just to get an estimate found to be amazing deal. They were able to get me in right away. They had me done and out the door within 1/2 hour.

Mi
Review №20

I had been a lifelong Bucks customer, and when they closed, needed to find a new place for muffler service. I could not be more pleased/satisfied. These guys have treated me excellently on each occasion. When I need muffler service, I would not even consider going elsewhere! A few days ago I needed an item removed from my car. The young man came out to my car within a minute or two, took a quick look, returned with a tool and removed it. He would not take any money. This happened a few months ago where I needed something done under my car, and they did it within minutes, and again, no charge. They replaced my muffler and a portion of piping (I believe over a year ago), and I have had no issues. Now, Im thinking when I need brake or alignment work, I will go here *_*

Br
Review №21

Incredible customer service! Went looking for a catalytic converter estimate. Chad, while helping me, had customers arriving to pick up their vehicles, and incoming customer phone calls. ALL were treated in a timely and professional manner. Turns out my item was in stock, and after about 15 minutes on the lift (to include a visual explanation of the process), I left with a new converter in place, at a great price. Webster’s should have “see Automotive Brake and Exhaust” under the definition of customer service!

Ja
Review №22

I called late in the afternoon hoping to get an appointment that afternoon. They got me right before the end of the day. He was able to diagnose the issue just from my explanation. When I got there they were extremely friendly and got the keys from me and had the car up on the hoist in no time. I was back on the road again within a half hour. I was worried about the price but didnt need to be. It was extremely reasonable. All in all a great experience. Now my old car is whisper quiet like a ninja. Thanks for the great service! I will be recommending you to anyone I can!

Ka
Review №23

Awesome service. Stopped in for an estimate. It was a quick fix (15min) and so much less than expected. Highly recommend.

Al
Review №24

They are amazing to work with! I called the owner today and he was very friendly on the phone as opposed to another place we had called. He right away was able to tell me what was wrong with it. He took a look at it and asked if we wanted it fixed right away and of course we said yes! The price was very affordable and service was incredibly quick! We were in and out all within 20 minutes! I definitely recommend!

Re
Review №25

Stopped in today as there was a rattle coming from under my car. The pulled it right in and was fixed in less than fifteen minutes. Turns out a screw/washer had broken off so they fixed it up at no charge and sent me on my way. They were friendly helpful and informative. Ill definitely be going back for any future needs!

Cl
Review №26

These guys saved me a huge amount of money on a muffler. What should have cost me $250 actually cost me only $150. Good as new and friendly, knowledgable service. Totally recommended! Thank you so much, you have a customer for life.

Te
Review №27

Joes’ service was phenomenal. But the greatest part was the prices, super affordable! Thank you.

De
Review №28

I just got some exhaust work done at Automotive Brake & Exhaust. The 2 guys that work there are very knowledgeable and they made the normal stress of automotive work very tolerable. I was told by several places in Sioux Falls that it would take 4-5 hours to do the exhaust work that they did in 1 1/2 hours. I would recommend Automotive Brake & Exhaust to anyone that needs any exhaust work done. I would have given them more than 5 stars but Google only allows 5. Give Joe & Chad a call next time you need exhaust, tires or brake work done. You wont be disappointed!

Ke
Review №29

Best service ever! Called in and explained my exhaust problem to Joe, he told me to get there as soon as I could . He guessed they would be done in 30 to 45 minutes. I got there at 9:02. They welded in new exhaust pipe brackets etc. I was pulling out of the driveway at 9:30!! Now thats some great service.Great guys too. Awesome job Guys, Thanks!

De
Review №30

Chad does amazing quality work.

Da
Review №31

Great Service and a fair price. The guys are very knowledgeable on what they do best. I felt very comfortable with them from my first phone call to the end of the completed job. Our car was in this morning for broken exhaust manifold bolts and out this afternoon with a new manifold, Ox sensor, gaskets, bolts, etc. I would highly recommend this shop to anyone.

Mi
Review №32

2-20-20 I stopped in with my sons car(exhaust issue) and no appointment. I was in/out in 20minutes. Very honest and told me was a bad exhaust design from factory and they were able to cut a Piece out and replace it. Otherwise it could have been a $1000, but like i said in and out for $104.00.they for sure got a life long customer & referrals from me. Thanks guys

Ja
Review №33

I couldn’t be more disappointed in my service with Automotive Brake and Exhaust. I had a hole in my catalytic converter. I brought it to them to fix and originally they put an after market part on my vehicle. After two days of having my truck back after the fix, the check engine light came on. I called Automotive Brake and Exhaust to ask if they could help. They stated they didn’t think it was their problem. Due to that comment, I took my truck to two different, separate places to look into the check engine light. It was noted by both places stating it was catalytic emissions due to the after market converter. I then just brought it back to Automotive Brake & Exhaust stating CLEARLY “not sure what the problem is. I’ve had it looked at by a few others and they feel it is because of the after market converter installed by you on my truck. But since you fixed it, please do what you need to fix the check engine light and let me know.” I stated clearly ”I am not saying it’s because of the after market part but since you fixed it, I will let you determine what you feel it is”. I went back after they stated it was done to have them charge me an additional $800 for the OE (original equipment) part. As I asked them for more details, they clearly stated “it could have been the O2 sensor but you told us you thought it was the after market catalytic converter so we replaced it” My challenge is why did they not call me and discuss options. They could have replaced the O2 sensor and seen if that was the fix. Or called me to give me options. And the gentleman at the front desk told me directly, with a bit of challenge in his voice, that they didn’t need to replace the converter, we could have done the O2 sensor. I felt he was a bit challenging due to me asking if it was the after market part, almost like I was accusing them. But again, as a consumer who is not aware of the main operations of a vehicle I wanted to put my trust in them to fix it effectively and efficiently. I walked away with an over $2,000 Bill after two visits. And it doesn’t seem like that needed to be as complicated as it was. And I feel it was because of an almost challenge by them to use the new part and charge me more. My State Farm agent felt it wasn’t handled incorrectly and they definitely charged me too much compared to what State Farm normally sees.

Pe
Review №34

Thy do great at a fair price.

Le
Review №35

Great exhaust work on my old Honda! Clean facility, very courteous staff and owner, and the pricing was affordable. The place to go when you want quality work. Just look for Mr. Bendo!

De
Review №36

OMG, they were very flexible around my work schedule, got the job done quick, very affordable, and were super polite!!! Very honest and certainly knew their cars. I trust them completely with their advice and their handy work.

Lo
Review №37

Went in May 3rd with a piece of exhaust off my sons race car. Too see if they could make a new one for me. It took about 15 minutes and when I went to put it on the car it fit perfectly. Thank you so much just wish you guys were closer. Sioux Falls is lucky to have Joe & Chad

Jo
Review №38

I would definitely recommend this place. Fair pricing quality work and done in a Timely manner. The staff were friendly and easy to work with. Thank you for a good experience and the fast fixing.

lu
Review №39

Came in to get my exhaust shield fixed. The service was very fast! Chad was super friendly and professional. I recommend Automotive Brake and Exhaust to all my friends and family and this will be my first option for future services.

Je
Review №40

Fantastic service and very reasonably priced! They were able to get me in right away and fix my car within the hour. Runs wonderfully now and the owner stayed true to the quote.

Be
Review №41

Great service - they got us in the same day for a small fix causing driving noise. We have gone to them a couple of times now and they are friendly and fast! Highly recommend!!

Ga
Review №42

Great work, would recommend to anyone.

Hi
Review №43

We drove through this area last week and they fixed our breaks right then and there. Life saver to keep driving!

Ri
Review №44

Joe always goes out of his way to make sure everything is done correctly and in a timely fashion for me. Wouldnt go anywhere else for alignments or exhaust!

Ke
Review №45

I walked in needing some exhaust work. Fit me in immediately. In and out within 30 minutes. The guys were very nice and helpful. Great service! Great work!

Ca
Review №46

I just recently got my 2016 f150 5.0 done with dual exhaust and a magnaflow muffler and I absolutely love it the staff was great helping me choose what I wanted and the truck came out beautiful

Er
Review №47

I brought my car in for breaks and was told the car would be done the same day. i need it for my work but they are now closed and i have no car and did not even receive a courtesy call with the status of the car. i am very worried what they have done to my vehicle. i will now lose at least a days work and also an uneasy feeling not knowing what is going on. what business makes a promise to have work done the same day and not only doesnt keep the promise but also keeps the car overnight without even calling that customer. i am affraid with what tomorrow has in store. i am stuck with no car and no update either.

Aa
Review №48

I went to the dealer told to resurface brakes....still squealed...went to a shop down the road told i needed new brakes.....still squealed, talked to these fine dudes and i havent looked back since. Also had them weld on a black exhaust tip, very affordable, will bring my new truck to them from now on.

ro
Review №49

Wow what can I say but great service . job well done thanks .

Ch
Review №50

We talked about exactly was to be done and an approximate cost. Thats exactly what I got! Great service and high quality. No tack welding done here! Solid support brackets on the pipes and quality welds. Highly recommend!

Ca
Review №51

Great place! They took the time to che k for what was wrong and as it was a quick and easy fix did it for free!! Thank you!

Ro
Review №52

Got me right in and done in about 20 minutes with a new muffler at a very reasonable price. Excellent

Ra
Review №53

It was the week of the 4th of July and I needed work done on my exhaust. They were able to get me in the same day I called and I was in and out in less than 30 minutes. Great service.

To
Review №54

Took my car in for what I thought was a converter problem. Joe put it on the lift and 20 min later I had my car back. It could have been a very expensive bill for a converter that I wouldnt have known if it was bad or not. The pipe was off a hanger and a little prying on a heat shield and problem solved. Hard to find honest places like this. AB&E has all of my brake and exhaust business from here on out.

Ty
Review №55

Fast and affordable.

Ma
Review №56

Stopped by at Automotive Brake and Exhaust to see if they could check out my Jeep. They not only said they could take a look at it, they put on a new muffler. Second time I have been to this business and was treated swiftly and fairly.

J
Review №57

Friendly staff and owner, had a flextube replaced.car is purring quietly. Quick and efficient!! Ill be back!

Ro
Review №58

Had an unexpected emergency need for new tires. Joe was very helpful and had the best pricing, anywhere from $250 to $400 compared to other businesses in town. He got it done fast and took the time to give me advice to avoid a similar pitfall in the future, without being remotely condescending about it. Im so glad Google helped me find his shop!

Ry
Review №59

After calling multiple shops and getting a quote for new break pads and rotors in my 2004 Grand Prix Joe was over $100 cheaper than many other shops. The quality of work, customer service, and price of my repairs made it a no brainer to bring my car here. Easily the best value in town that I came across.

gu
Review №60

Exhaust was finished in under 30 minutes. got it done in one day. And the welds were good quality.

Ta
Review №61

Very fast and quality service! Best prices in town for quality parts! Will do business again!

Ry
Review №62

Took my vehicle there they were able to work it into there schedule. I had another exuast place my my Corsa exhaust on and everytime I hit a bump it would rattle. They were able to fix it and is quiet now. Highly recommend this place. Thanks

Ch
Review №63

I bring my cars to Joe because a long time ago my dad told me he was an honest local machanic that quoted fair prices. My dad was right. Joe is fair, honest, and really good with cars.

Al
Review №64

Amazing service and quality workFair prices and friendly service.

Na
Review №65

They got my car in right away staff we very friendly and helpful! I took my car somewhere else and these guys were 100 dollars cheaper for the same work if not better.

Ja
Review №66

Always an easy experience with them. I was in and out in about 30 minutes for some muffler work. Very fair prices and great people!

Ja
Review №67

I have know Joe at Automotive Brake and Exhaust, and have done business with him both professionally and privately for 20 years. His business truly is based on doing what is right for his customers at a fair price. No hype but the job always gets done right, he fixes a lot of problems that other shops create. Stop by and youll see what I mean.

Ni
Review №68

If you are looking for a place that values the customer over the American dollar, this place is it. Took our car in today. We werent really sure what was wrong with it. As soon as I drove it in, they knew. They showed me what was wrong with the exhaust. They told me what it would cost, which was way cheaper than I was expecting and they had it fixed in 45 minutes. I would go back for other service should it arise.

Le
Review №69

The guys there are very nolegable and a very fair price

La
Review №70

Best prices and quality service on my exhauust by far!

Co
Review №71

Went in with a noise that I self-diagnosed as an exhaust problem (sounded like a nickel in a aluminum folgers can). Being I am not exactly an automechenic I took it in. The old man reminded me of my own grandpa, all business. Guy had no time for any nonsense he was all about fixing mufflers and doing exhaust. I dropped my 2014 F150 off and he called me back in a couple hours. He was able to have his guys repair it and didnt charge me a dime. I do feel that my problem was minimal, however he had it for atleast a couple hours--at any rate-driven place that would have been a minimum of $100 and he charged me $0.If you were reading reviews to figure out where to go, Id say definitely try here first. They definitely arent out to screw anyone or gouge on price.

De
Review №72

Friendly workers good work good prices definitely going back get exhaust done there

An
Review №73

Took on someone else’s mistake “Exhaust Pros” and fixed it 100% I would recommend this shop for anyone that needs exhaust work !!!

Be
Review №74

Always do excellent work on our vechiles. Love the family atmosphere

PJ
Review №75

Craftmanship was horrible, way over priced. I was a huge fan if Bucks Muffler. Its a REAL SHAME that Mr Bendo is located at such a dishonest business

Da
Review №76

Wow never been treated so bad at any shop Ive ever done business with. Made me wait for a week to get a look at my car and then said he couldnt do what is a very simple job. Didnt introduce himself. Treated me like I was dirt. Im guessing he doesnt like foreign cars very much. Still no reason to treat a potential customer ( or any customer for that matter) the way he treated me. Even touched the hot exhaust on my car. (You would think a guy with an exhaust shop would know you dont touch a hot exhaust) Total thumbs down to these guys

Do
Review №77

Great people and could not ask for better service. All I can say is WOW.

E4
Review №78

Put stuff in my car that wasnt needed and way over change. never recommend to anyone.

Re
Review №79

We took our 1997 Van in, noise in exhaust and they were very friendly, thorough and did a wonderful job for us. We would recommend taking your vehicle to Automotive Brake and Exhaust.

Mi
Review №80

This shop is the best at what they do. Seems more have something positive to say than a certain VW owner who probably should have gone to his VW dealer in the first place, Besides VWs are kind of a hot mess these days.

Wi
Review №81

Easily my worst experience Ive had at a repair shop. They do not back up any of their work. I would not recommend anyone take their European/German car here. I recently brought in my 2008 VW Golf R32 for a creeking noise in the steering at low speeds. I knew before even going to the shop that this noise was due to worn strut top mounts. The owner ordered the parts and they were installed, the car drove great, everything was good. 3 months and not even 2k miles later the noise returned, only worse. I confronted the owner, he noticed the noise as well. However he did not seem eager to help me out, nor repair my car again. The only thing he could offer was credit on the old parts and I would have to fork out $1000 for genuine VW parts. I asked the owner if he back up any of his work. He did not answer my question, he raised his voice and told me to make another appointment. I walked right out.You really do get what you pay for. This shop does not back up any of their work. Nor give any guarantee on the parts they install. I eventually ended up taking the car to my local VW dealer where the car was fixed properly, and was given a 12 month 12k mile guarantee on all the parts installed. German cars require special parts and special training to be repaired properly. Neither of which this shop seemed to have

Da
Review №82

Excellent work and fast service

Jo
Review №83

Had a hole in exhaust, fixed it fast.

Ch
Review №84

Great people and Honest people!

To
Review №85

I ordered a part and trying to put it on myself and I couldnt get it so I called Joe and he had it done in 10 minutes.

St
Review №86

Went in on April 15 because I thought I was having problems with my exhaust. They found it was just a plastic cover over the the gas tank. Had me up and running in less than 15 minutesThanks

St
Review №87

Quick turnaround.

Na
Review №88

Poor customer service

Jo
Review №89

Great service

Ra
Review №90

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  • Address:2516 S Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, United States
  • Site:http://automotivebrakeandexhaust.com/
  • Phone:+1 605-333-2024
Categories
  • Tire shop
  • Auto repair shop
  • Brake shop
  • Muffler shop
  • Wheel alignment service
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Tuesday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Wednesday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:7:30am–5:30pm
  • Sunday:7:30am–5:30pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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