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St John Brake & Muffler

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4.3
(202 reviews)
Review highlights

"Good customer service, reasonable prices and they always do great work 👍"

"Great guys who give you great service at a affordable prices..."

"Great prices and very nice people professional services."


Overview

Categories

Brake shop, Auto repair shop, Muffler shop


Hours

Sunday

Closed

Monday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saturday

Closed


Description

Welcome to St John Brake & Muffler. We offer expert automotive repairs and maintenance for all makes and models of foreign and domestic mufflers/exhaust systems. From the moment your vehicle enters our garage, you can count on fast, reliable service from experienced mechanics using only top-quality replacement parts. You can rely on us for preventive vehicle maintenance, exhaust and radiator services, oil and filter changes, alignments, engine tune-ups – you name it, we can handle it. Most importantly, you count on us for superior muffler, radiator and brake service. After all, we are Kansas City's muffler, auto and brake service leader.


Reviews (28)

Jan 31, 2025

I live in the neighborhood and use them a lot! Very trustworthy, and they always take the time to bring me into the garage to show me what’s going on with my vehicle and explain why it needs to be fixed. They also explain the prices and quality of all the different parts they can get for the repairs as well.


Jan 07, 2025

They installed new brakes and advised me of some other issues to keep an eye on with no pressure. Friendly and efficient they will always try working you into their schedule. A real neighborhood gem.


Oct 07, 2024

Went in to St John muffler and brake shop due to having a loud noise coming from underneath my car. The two gentlemen there were very nice and cordial. The mechanic pointed out the culprit for the loud noise but also made me aware of some other issues(physically showed me). He fixed my exhaust in a very timely fashion and reasonable price. Definitely will be my go to spot for my car fixes. Thank you guys!


Sep 07, 2024

In my experience they are very rude individuals that in all honesty just try and pull a quick one on people. In my experience this can especially be said about the mechanic and man whis about to own I think his names Matt Smith. Ive had friends who have gotten their car worked on here who would say the same thing one of whom had to take it to court and actually Won. They overprice and are selfish individuals in my rightful opinion


Sep 07, 2024

My experience as well as my family's experience with St. John Brake and Muffler was nothing short of disappointing. The staff, particularly the mechanic Matt Smith, came across as rude and very unprofessional. It felt like his primary goal was to take advantage of customers rather than provide quality service. Matt Smith, in particular, left a bad impression. In my dealings with him, he has seemed more focused on his own interests than on actually helping customers. I've spoken to friends and family both who have had their vehicles serviced here, and they’ve shared similar negative experiences. In my opinion, Matt is self-centered and doesn't seem to care about his customers' needs. I would advise anyone considering this shop to be cautious and perhaps look elsewhere for their automotive needs. Aside from Matt The owner is relatively nice but seeing as Matt's worked there practically since they owned it they side with him.


Sep 07, 2024

They are good people but their prices are getting outrageous.


Aug 07, 2024

Absolute stand up guys. I came in for an inspection on a used car I just purchased. It didn't pass, BUT they took the time to explain why and show me the regulations in the manual which had recently changed concerning cracked windshields. They even recommended a local guy who wasn't available, but SAME day I was able to get my windshield replaced, I came right back to St. John and they were able to get me stickered. Fantastic shop and honest workers. They are a first come first serve place, they don't take appointments, but I will be bringing them my vehicles from here on out.


Aug 07, 2024

Best and most honest mechanics in Kansas City they will get you right!


May 07, 2024

Went to get my oil changed. The people are very nice and know what they are doing.


Apr 07, 2024

Great people, great work, great place!


Apr 07, 2024

Very customer oriented and accommodating. they seem to always have time for me and my car's issues. They helped my daughter out when she was n a predicament


Mar 07, 2024

Great down to earth people and fixed what I ask to be ,were honest with price of part that elsewhere wanted double .Do recommend for your auto repair needs.


Feb 07, 2024

Awesome service and super upfront with cost


Feb 07, 2024

Expert mechanic shop anything done to any kind of vehicle great customer awesome mechanic


Feb 07, 2024

Hard working, family oriented bunch of guys and very fair on prices. I'll definitely be back the next time I need work done


Feb 07, 2024

Works with you on prices and the get you in and out


Feb 07, 2024

Best in town


Feb 07, 2024

Can't get in any more like used to right away


Feb 07, 2024

Friendly service and a good experience


Feb 07, 2024

Good people. No b.s.


Feb 07, 2024

Great service.


Feb 07, 2024

Super friendly and quick service on my annual vehicle inspection.


Feb 07, 2024

There's a reason they are so busy


Feb 07, 2024

These guys are honest. trustworthy. efficient and one of the best places around to get your car fixed. They are fair on pricing and are really the only guys I trust when dealing with cost and labor issues. I've used them for many years now and will continue to do so. Very glad there's a place like this that I can drive to locally. I don't care about fancy waiting lounges, extravagant surroundings that make you feel like your in a five star resort. I'd rather sit in a bench seat taken from the back of a van in their front office, knowing I'm getting a really good price for excellent repairs, than to sit in air conditioned luxury dealership and get fleeced while they tack on extra fees upon extra fees. Kudos to the guys at St John Brake & Muffler! Matt, you've been a great mechanic! I hope to still be hiring you for all my car needs in the future!


Feb 07, 2024

Very Good Work!


Feb 07, 2023

Fast and effective, and local as heck.


Feb 07, 2023

Good honest mechanics here. Do the locals right, but honest to every customer that comes in that I have personally witnessed. These guys have been here for a while. Trustworthy family owned and operated. 5 stars all day everyday.


Feb 07, 2023

I've been going to St. John Brake and Muffler for years. They are honest, and I always receive excellent and affordable service. I highly recommend them.