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Mad Hatter Muffler & Brakes
3338 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, United States
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Mad Hatter Muffler & Brakes
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Mo
Review №1

It was so easy to get service here! They sent pictures of what needed worked on at my 100k mile service appointment in a detailed report. They answered quickly with a new quote once I decided what needed to be done.The best part was having a loaner car so I could leave my car there overnight and get all of the work done by the next day. I will definitely recommend this shop to others!

Ma
Review №2

Mad Hatter fixed the problem with my trucks exhaust system and replaced the slave cylinder the same day; Im very happy with the work they did. Cory did a very good job explaining the costs and contacting me when my truck was finished. I also appreciated the loaner car while my truck was being worked on.

Li
Review №3

We first took our Ford Explorer to Mad Hatter to get some work done. They were able to look at it right away and got the parts ordered. While waiting for the parts we decided to get the brakes changed on our second car since they were pretty bad. It’s a Volkswagen Jetta so a lot of places won’t even look at it since it’s a foreign car. We called right after opening on a Friday and asked if we could bring it in. We dropped it off around 10am and they had everything fixed and ready to go before closing! We showed up 10 minutes after closing to pick up the car but Corey and another employee waited when we called and told them we were on our way. We had to take an Uber and the drive had to stop for gas.We’ve done all of our communication with Corey. He has been nothing but helpful and I can’t recommend him and Mad Hatter enough! I’m 31 weeks pregnant so having a safe and running car is very important right now.Thanks Cory! We’ll always keep you in mind when someone asks for a good car repair place!

MA
Review №4

I stopped by without an appointment in hopes to have my exhaust looked at. They had an opening and got me in right away. I was quoted a price ( thinking it would be double) what the quoted me, so, I had it taken care of the same day. They were very professional and efficient. Thank you, my car is so much quieter and I no longer smell exhaust on occasion.

Om
Review №5

These Guys are Very passionate about what they do. They take care of me each and every time I get my car repaired. Oil changes, anything. The only people I trust with my vehicle in their hands✋. They never disappoint 👌👍

No
Review №6

I showed up after being stranded for hours waiting for another shop, I walked in and was greeted by Cory. Immediately he was caring and informative. He got my car in right away and began the process of trying to find out what was wrong. After a few minutes he began explaining that I needed a new gasket and fixed the problem without trying to take advantage of me not knowing anything about mechanical issues or cars as most shops do with females. He was very friendly and the most professional shop guy I’ve ever dealt with. Because of him I will absolutely be recommending Mad Hatter and sending them Cory’s way!

Ja
Review №7

The staff was very friendly and they got me and out quickly.

Jo
Review №8

Jonathon did an excellent job of putting my exhaust just the way I wanted it. I paid a bit extra because I brought my own parts, but they completed the job 2 hours sooner than expected! Time is money so this is greatly appreciated!The customer service was the best of any exhaust shop I had talked to about doing this job. The shop itself was very clean which usually means I’m sure I’ll be getting a quality job from experts who care.I will recommend Mad Hatter to anyone who needs exhaust work done and will be returning here myself for the next step of my exhaust system’s upgrades.

Kr
Review №9

I think they were really professional and punctual. I like the fact that they did overall check I might be equal including pictures without me even asking . I recommended them to a friend, he thought they were reasonably priced and he was happy with his service. Im going to keep using Mad Hatter.

He
Review №10

Cory did an amazing job and worked with us on my repairs. He was very informative and kept me up to date as they worked on my vehicle

Ca
Review №11

Best all around shop to get anything and everything. Cory, the front desk guy, is extremely friendly and well mannered. Takes care of you like your family. The guys in the shop are great too.

Vi
Review №12

Great place for auto work, reasonably priced, knowledgeable techs, and close to my house which is convenient.

Al
Review №13

Cory was professional from start to finish. He gave a consistent quote on pricing for the exhaust issue we needed repaired and only performed the necessary services. He checked to make sure there were no other problems and ensured the car was properly taken care of. We really appreciated the ease of the process and would highly recommend working with him and this business.

Li
Review №14

Mad Hatter was able to fit my car in on short notice and had me back on t road the same day! Very courteous and professional, and gave me a quote prior to doing the work. Great service!

An
Review №15

They did a great job! I brought my 2014 F150 to Cory, and the guys at mad hatter and they did a great job. This is the second time I’ve had my exhaust done at mad hatter, once at west center, they did an awesome custom exhaust, and this time was in CB. It was no problem getting in, they were very friendly and didn’t try to push or upsale me. This time I had my old flowmaster system cut off, and the factory exhaust put back on… I know, it killed me to do it, but it had to be done, the old stuff rusted off, and I am trading it in. Brakes and exhaust, and they got me in and out pretty quickly. Thanks guys!

Sa
Review №16

I take my vehicle in regularly for service! Service is done in a timely manner. Quotes for anything needing attention other than my routine maintenance are spot on. Cory breaks anything down to me that I dont understand! Cory has awesome customer service skills and is very professional! Ive been bringing my vehicle here since 2019 and refuse to take it anywhere else where techs try to talk me into things they say I need but dont.

Da
Review №17

Took my vehicle in for a small exhaust repair, and was given an estimate Ive almost three times higher then my Lexus dealership.In addition to that they tried to upsell me a number of services. ( I understand high mileage and preventive services) but the prices were absolutely outrageous. Over $1000.00 none of which were mentioned from Lexus dealership that were urgent!In addition I was charged an estimate fee of around $12.00 but was never told about that until it was time to go over estimate at check out.I returned to the Lexus! dealership to have my repair done for under $200 vs $600-1500ish. And it was Apples to Apples repair. I left Mad Hatter feeling disappointed.

Ji
Review №18

Needed a simple weld on an exhaust joint that came loose. I told them what I needed when I made the appointment and I drove in an hour from out of town for the work. They refused to do it without replacing the entire pipe and the muffler to the tune of $500. They claimed they couldnt do it without hitting the AC line - so I guess that means replace a perfectly good muffler and pipe?! On top of that they found another $1800 worth of BS repairs that I needed. Claimed I needed new brake pads all around, which I literally just had done less than 2 months ago. This place is as crooked as they come. I fixed the joint myself for $12 with a simple kit from Auto Zone. Stay away!

la
Review №19

I went to the Council Bluffs location and I highly recommend the work there. Cory was the penultimate professional and the techs repaired my car in a timely manner with a stellar attitude. Great environment, great service and great people!

Ly
Review №20

Very knowledgeable staff. They were thorough and took their time with the truck. They didnt try to upsell anything and told me what needed fixed right away versus what could wait.

Di
Review №21

The young man at the front desk, Cory, is a very pleasant and knowledgeable young man, as he always greets customers as they come in. I like how he explains things to you so that you understand whats wrong, what can happen, what will happen and what it takes to get it fixed. Cory is always up front no beating around the bush, straight forward and gets the job done! Just AN AWESOME PERSON!!

El
Review №22

Good guys. They make sure your vehicle is road ready

St
Review №23

I couldn’t have asked for better service!! They got me right in and kept me informed on what was needed. The work was done quickly and professionally!! They even had a loaner so that I didn’t miss work.

Jo
Review №24

I have never a problem with this establishment they are friendly, considerate and fast. I just can’t say enough. Cory and the rest of the crew Went above and beyond to help me with my car.

Da
Review №25

Great customer service, very quick, got us right in and got the problem fixed. Only took like 30 minutes. I highly recommend!

Bu
Review №26

Cory and his guys are good and quick. Recommend to everyone.

Ka
Review №27

I was extremely happy with my work that was done on my car

ma
Review №28

Amazing service. Corey took my phone call, scheduled me an appointment, looked at my vehicle, and fixed the issue all within a span of an hour. Absolutely awesome guy. Excellent customer service. Low cost. Timely. Polite and personable. I have nothing but good things to say after my first experience, and I will definitely be going to Mad Hatter Mufflers and Brakes for any service I need in the future. Thanks Corey!

Ti
Review №29

Got my car in and out in a half hour. Quality work at a fair price.

Ji
Review №30

Would not recommend this place I went in to get a muffler maybe put on but when they got my truck in to diagnose the exhaust . They said I needed new exhaust manifolds 2new cadillac converter and new pipes and muffler $2600 . I go get another quote at another place I got a new muffler for $700 and I dont need new exhaust manifolds nor did I need new pipes or cadillac converters . They lied to me and tried to trick me into work I did not need. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE

La
Review №31

Cory will always explain what the issue is in detail. Works with your needs and very accommodating. The entire staff is helpful.

ka
Review №32

Joe did a great job with my car!!

Co
Review №33

They did a great job, told what was wrong and how much to fix it. It was going to take most of the day, so manager gave me a ride home. This is 2nd time we gave used them for our car, and I will if needed again in the future.

Ja
Review №34

Cory is great. And The Rest of the crew, Awesome.l was even offered a loaner Car ..Bonus!and my Car still runs Great. Thanks again .

Ji
Review №35

Best price in town. Quick and efficient. Please to do business with

Br
Review №36

Super simple, fast, friendly and trustworthy. This is now my go-to place for all things car repairs!

Ja
Review №37

Over priced . They tried to up sale me into new exhaust manifolds that I didnt need . Or cadillac converter that I didnt need or new exhaust pipe that I didnt need I went down the street and got exactly what I really needed was a muffler they could not figure out why they tried to tell me I needed all those things when I did not need iv have been a back yard mechanic for almost 35 years now Im not saying I know everything on a car but I do know enough To know that I didnt need everything they said I needed they wanted me to pay $2600 for all the work they wanted to do. But I got it done for around $700 at Apex Automotive

Jo
Review №38

Friendly staff. They saved my $$$$ to replace a resonator (muffler)on my 2014 equinox. Other places quoted me a price that was over $680.00 to replace the resonator and the complete exhaust system from that point back. Mad hatter Muffler and brakes just replaced the resonator for MUCH!!! less.

Al
Review №39

Cory and his did an excellent job for me as I had to get to Pensacola Florida the next day.Mufflers worked beautifully. THANX CORY!!! Didn’t even have to pit for tires

L.
Review №40

Im very hesitant about who i allow to work on my car. I decided to give Madd Hatter a try, and the service was Great. Corey & Staff provided an easy timely repair on my Lexus, price was reasonable (warranty included) and they also provided a ‘loaner’ vehicle if available. I feel Madd Hatter stands behind their work and will ensure problem is repaired correctly.I have recommended others, and i will use this business again. Happy customer!

Ra
Review №41

Was quoted $300 to fix exhaust made an appointment for 10 am the following day, I arrived at 10am to have my truck fixed and was told would be about 1/2 hour wait but they offered a rental wreck rusted out ol Buick that smelled like Newport’s to drive and said they would call me after they checked it out after almost 2 hours of not hearing from them I go back. And get hit with a $1200 quote and I would be providing my own mufflers. What a joke, I would never recommend or use these rip off artists. Hell I could put on headers and new borla performance exhaust for that price. I drove 1 mile to another exhaust shop that repaired my exhaust and warrantied it for $200. Seems the new owners are just as bad as the previous

El
Review №42

I am a widow and my husband did all my car work so I had to take it to a place that I could completely trust 100%.... talking with the manager Jeremy on 144th. He point blank told me what issues I had and how I could address them. I did not feel high pressured I felt very comfortable and he was patient enough to deal with all of my questions and concerns. I met the gentleman working on my vehicle. I was again too relieved to know that everything would be guaranteed done correctly. My vehicle was done. I was very satisfied.. I would recommend Matt Hatter Mufflers & Brakes to anyone.....

Au
Review №43

Great Customer service they send me coupons in the mail🤟

Ag
Review №44

Explained everything for me very well . Let me know of other issues with my truck and priced it.

Tu
Review №45

Shout out kudos to everyone here. I went in for a small mod on my exhaust and it turned out awesome! Cory took good care of me and didnt try to upsale or oversale me. The mechanic was very thorough and made hisself available for any question I may have had for him. All in all this place will be handling most of my vehicle repairs in the future. Thanks a bunch!

St
Review №46

Wish I could give Cory Chase a 10 stars...I had a great experience with him.. he let me know what up front was going on with my car..I was going in for a flex pipe turned out I was having way more problems than that.. now my car is running like a brand new car..thanks Cory and your team.. I will now only do business with you guys

Rv
Review №47

This is council bluffs best exhaust repair shop no questionsBest prices for 100 miles

Ro
Review №48

Great customer service. I elected to go with a less expensive muffler on my high mileage Hyundai, was told it would be louder, but still elected to go cheap. It was too loud for me. These folks went above and beyond and put on the correct muffler and only charged the difference!! I wouldn’t go anywhere else!

Ro
Review №49

Had work done on my Tahoe last March the check engine light was on for the first 8 years I owned this vehicle. I havent seen it since last March. Nicole is very knowledgeable about the services they offer they do great work.Ive been coming here for decades

Th
Review №50

Have had good luck with The Company

La
Review №51

These guys were awesome all the way around and the only place in omaha that keeps stuff in stock.

S.
Review №52

Excellent service at a good price. They gave me a loaner vehicle.

Sh
Review №53

I felt the cost was a little excessive however the car did sound good after they were finished.

Kr
Review №54

These guys were so great. Got my car in right away. I drove it home, and for the first time since Ive owned it, I felt safe driving it. Excellent service. Highly recommend.

Pa
Review №55

The young man who helped me was awesome. Went out of his way to accommodate me.

je
Review №56

The guys were great. Fixed our muffler this morning cheap price. We were in and out. Highly recommend this place

Ol
Review №57

Just drop my car off for an oil change and traction battery test. I heard they are great at what they do. Hoping for a good result. Nice reception at the front office.

Kl
Review №58

I needed a puncture on my exhaust pipe fixed. They custom make parts and had me in and out under an hour. Very polite and honest!

Jo
Review №59

The guys replaced my whole exhaust system. Great job ! Well done !

ch
Review №60

This was the only company in the Omaha/CB area that fix my exhaust in under 24hrs when all others was telling me they no slots open for the next 3 days Mad Hatters is the way to go.

Ro
Review №61

Fast friendly service. I was greeted as soon as I walked in the building. The work on my car was completed in an hour.

Ca
Review №62

We had our complete exhaust replaced in about an hour or less. The quality of the work is excellent. I would recommend this shop to every one who needs exhaust, shocks or struts, brakes replaced.

Ro
Review №63

My car had a split seam on the resonator (a muffler-like device). I showed up at Mad Hatter with no appointment, but Dennis got my car right in. He gave a very reasonable quote, which I accepted, and he was able to do the work immediately. I would recommend this shop for anyone needing exhaust system repairs. The price and service were very good.

Ky
Review №64

What a sh*t show. I was given a quote a few months back on exhaust on my car, still have paper quote. Earlier in the week I set up an appointment to get the repairs done, they told me to drop off early morning that Friday so I did about 8am. She told me it would be done afternoon. The lady at the front desk called me at 11am and said they dont have the parts and some of the parts would be three days out or I could do custom exhaust that would be several hundred more. My question is why would you set up an appointment and when you dont have the parts. Then I talk to the guy in Omaha store and he said it would cost $200 more than the quote. I verified the price before I even set up the appointment. Come on, just do your job.

Do
Review №65

The staff here is excellent. They send reminders for upcoming appointments and always make me feel welcome.

Mi
Review №66

Quick service. They did an excellent job with a cat back exhaust replacement.

ti
Review №67

5 Stars. Dennis is very fair and knowledgeable. Did a great job at a very fair price and I will not hesitate to use them again when the time comes. I highly recommend them !!!!! Thank You.

Br
Review №68

Put a real nice sounding exhaust on my 04 Yukon. Sounded great and looked great for an amazingly lower price than other places. Definitely reccomend using them.

Co
Review №69

I arrived at the shop yesterday with a hole in my exhaust pipe. They were able to immediately start working on my truck, which was a pleasant surprise. They put my truck up on a lift so they could get a good look at the problem. They told me they recommended replacing a few feet of the exhaust pipe, which included a muffler and I agreed. It was clearly the best option due to the exhaust being rusted in multiple spots just waiting to be punctured. They gave me an accurate estimate and time of completion. I arrived later in the afternoon to pick it up and my truck doesnt sound like a dragster anymore. Will return in the future if I ever need exhaust work again!

Tr
Review №70

Under new management as of Jan 2019. Very nice and helpful manager. Explained all needed repairs and costs. Repair time frame was spot on.

Gr
Review №71

Great service and people!!!

Jo
Review №72

These guys are the best. Great costumer service and great prices.

Ro
Review №73

My muffler had rusted apart and after getting quoted an $800 bill, I decided to shop around. Mad Hatter had me fixed and back on the road in less than 2 hours and all for $220. This place offers true customer service and they do the job right!

Le
Review №74

Fast, curtious, and professional. Rodney, the guy at the cash register was so helpful and patient. Thanks mad hatters!!

Ra
Review №75

Would work on my car because it was too old.

Ar
Review №76

I noticed that my tailpipe was sagging quite a bit. I was afraid I wouldnt make it home, but these guys took a look and said everything would be fine.I didnt have time to get it fixed today, but it was quite nice of them to be honest about it.

We
Review №77

They have been very upfront with the work on my vehicle.

jo
Review №78

Busy

Pa
Review №79

Fast friendly service at a very reasonable priceI highly recommend

Ch
Review №80

Great service at a reasonable price. I will definitely be using these guys in the future.

Da
Review №81

Good fast service

Er
Review №82

Replaced my muffler for a fraction of what the dealer wanted.

Ri
Review №83

Great service really helped us out

Su
Review №84

Have used this shop for new muffler 2 times before and the work was excellent since they ha changed hands I wont go back or recommend them at all two days after a new muffler was having some work done on the breaks while on the lift the guy showed me the bad job that was done on the welding on the muffler what a mess

De
Review №85

I received excellent service, was in and out in no time at all, and very reasonable prices.

Ch
Review №86

Speedy service

Ja
Review №87

Ive been going here for all my exhaust work, needed mufflers installed that I bought and they wouldnt help me out. Sucks bc they have always did good work.

Sc
Review №88

Very rude. You couldnt pay me to take my car there.

sh
Review №89

Terrible service

Ja
Review №90

Quick and affordable, great people.

Br
Review №91

Terrible customer service I call about custom exhaust work and the hole time the guy on the phone was rude he said they couldnt do work on my track car because it was illegal I said thats fine I figured it would be thanks anyway and he hung up on me.

Ed
Review №92

Do good work

Kh
Review №93

Great service!

De
Review №94

Did a fast job

Jo
Review №95

Rude and unhelpful

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  • Address:3338 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, United States
  • Site:https://madhattermuffleromaha.com/council-bluffs/
  • Phone:+1 712-322-7500
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto air conditioning service
  • Brake shop
  • Muffler shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7:30AM–5:30PM
  • Tuesday:7:30AM–5:30PM
  • Wednesday:7:30AM–5:30PM
  • Thursday:7:30AM–5:30PM
  • Friday:7:30AM–5:30PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
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