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R/T Exhaust & Automotive
8244 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77554, United States
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R/T Exhaust & Automotive
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Co
Review №1

I’m so grateful for all of the mechanics. They are so professional and Mr Bobby is amazing!! Extremely professional and very knowledgeable!!! My experience was the best ever!! This shop is so honest, being a female that was very important to me! He absolutely made sure to give me the best quality service and I certainly can’t thank him enough! Very honest and kind man!! I definitely recommend this shop!!

ro
Review №2

Bobby and his crew at RT exhaust and automotive was a pleasure to do business with. Bobby got a serious engine failure corrected for me and back on the road. I had a tight budget and needed help and Bobby came to my rescue! He’s a good man with great service in getting me back on the road again with my f150. I highly recommend him and his crew!They are willing to help with your auto needs and I will encourage my family and friends to seek him out as well. Thank you so much Bobby!!!

JD
Review №3

No non sense shop. They did thier job, they charged a fair price, they communicated well. Even went above and beyond with hospitality. Solid show guys. My dads happy with his AC. My jeeps blinker is blinking. Etc. Cheers!

Qu
Review №4

I dropped my car off at the shop with an ac compressor that was falling apart and a serpentine belt that was chewed up, and they replaced both of those in a couple of days for a reasonable price. 10/10 service I was kept updated throughout the whole process.

ed
Review №5

My Mom and I were headed to Galveston for lunch when the warning lights on the dashboard warned the Suv was overheating. I was going to pullover to a gas Station and saw RT EXHAUST & AUTOMOTIVE. They fixed it right away! On our merry way we went! Thank you for your prompt response and excellent service!

Ro
Review №6

We were in a mess. A/c went out the day before we were returning home. The owner personally took over the job of installing new parts and ensuring that everything was working. Being from out of town, I was at their mercy. Ended up, a great experience, quality work and a fair price. In and out in two and a half hours. Would recommend unconditionally. By the way, the Chevy Dealership said they would not even be able to look at it for two days.

Ja
Review №7

Great mechanic that went above and beyond to fix our vehicle. We were vacationing in Galveston when our van started overheating. He stayed open late to diagnose the issue, got parts the next morning, and had it fixed before we had to check out of our hotel. Very professional, fairly priced, and didnt try to take advantage of the situation. I wish I had a shop like that where I live. Highly recommend and would definitely do business again! Thanks again for your help!

Ga
Review №8

Nice people and all good price. Welded only half of the pipe for an exhaust had a missive audible exhaust leak leaving the shop. Maybe they were in a rush but that’s a rather large mistake.

gu
Review №9

They got me in and on same day. Quality work and very pleasant to deal with. I recommend.

Se
Review №10

Our go to Mechanic for our H2, the guy builds race cars for fun and gos above and beyond to make it a good experience when we need him. Thankyou

Mi
Review №11

My family and I arrived in Galveston on a Thursday. We were driving down seawall on Sunday when my pickup skidded to a stop. I got out and noticed my driveline was on the ground and the differential was leaking oil onto the road. I called for a tow truck and they arrived quickly. The towing company said they could fix my truck but to call them Monday morning when they open. I called the towing company and had to call them back an hour later for the lady to tell me she can’t find a differential for my truck. She then told me if she did find one they wouldn’t be able to get it till Tuesday. So I googled mechanic shops and noticed the 5 star rating R/T exhaust has. So I called them and explained that I was on vacation there in Galveston and needed my truck fixed so I could drive home Tuesday. I had called enterprise and no rental cars were available for the week. The owner told me to give him a few minutes and he would call me back. A few minutes later and this great man told me he found a differential and could have it fixed that same day. I was surprised since I would have to have it towed to his shop and then they could fix it. This was not a quick easy job. This man kept to his word and his amazing mechanics had my truck running by 4 on Monday. That’s after them getting the truck around 11. This amazing group of men saved me time,money,and a huge headache. I drove the truck 8hrs back home with no problem. If you don’t use this shop you should. A huge thank you goes out to R/T Exhaust.

Ka
Review №12

Great experience working with this crew. Service was completed quickly and at a great price and best of all they didnt try to up sell any additional services.

Da
Review №13

Awesome place. Great customer service.

Ca
Review №14

My A/C finally stopped working after a year of giving me trouble, of course right in the middle of summer. A friend recommended R/T Automotive to me, and they turned out to be the most affordable, convenient, and friendly option! Bobby took the time to explain what had broken in my car and gave me a detailed quote for how much it would cost to have it fixed. And when I decided to stick with them for the repair, he fixed it within one day, and then showed me exactly what had gone wrong with the compressor. (Basically, it exploded.) I was impressed by how straightforward and honest they were. Would highly recommend them!

Ri
Review №15

Simply, you can’t find or get better service. I have a 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe that the Chevrolet Dealership would not touch because it was not purchased there. It has about 210,000 miles on it and it purrs like a kitten. I think it’s going to be good for 500,000 miles! I’m a customer of R/T for life regardless of the vehicle I’m driving. Ask for Bobby or Johnnie.

Dr
Review №16

I put a good sized dent on my exhaust pipe and knock it a little loose from collector. He got me in and took care of it quickly. Great service. Will definitely return for any and exhaust work.

Ba
Review №17

Recommend to everyone the staff and man at the front desk helped us get our car fixed so we could get back on the road back home at a very affordable price and thank you so much R/T Exhaust in Galveston Tx.🙋

Mi
Review №18

Finally found a knowledgeable, trustworthy mechanic Easy to talk to, no nonsense. Looking forward to bringing all of my vehicles and equipment here.

Av
Review №19

Very kind and honest people. Will definitely be taking our vehicles here from now on.

Ch
Review №20

Had one auto repair shop tell me that my entire exhaust system needed to be replaced. Brought the vehicle to R/T. They fixed two small problems in less than 30 minutes. They were professional and most important, honest. I will definitely be returning to them in the future.

Ha
Review №21

It can be intimidating as young, female who isn’t super knowledgeable about vehicles to walk into a repair shop. These guys were professional, honest, and just wonderful to work with. I will definitely take my vehicles here again. Thank you guys!

ma
Review №22

Super accommodating for a quick repair and very nice! :))

To
Review №23

I always use R/T Exhaust. Mr. Bobby and his team do a great job on my job every time. I have been going here for years.

Be
Review №24

Had to have my cargo carrier welded back onto my hitch welded after some jackars hit it and ran. I was out of there within 30 minutes. I would recommend this shop to anyone who needs a weld or exhaust done.

Ga
Review №25

Good mechanic with a helpful attitude.

An
Review №26

Best price and quickest install time in the area. Called and got quick easy quote and was way worth the price. Just got a 2017 Tahoe and had Magna-flow exhaust put on and it sounds amazing. Was able to just wait in their waiting room and was in and out! Very knowledgeable and professional. Will definitely be return for future needs!

He
Review №27

R/T Exhaust & Automotive is very professional and performs great quality work! They pay attention to the littlest details the customer has and executes the task that is requested by the customer with care. They care and want the customer leaving happy, happy, happy! I highly recommend them!

To
Review №28

They always did a great job on my work trucks thanks bobby for the new transmission installed we right to work with that truck galveston glass very happy.

Ha
Review №29

High quality work, very reasonable price, very punctual!

Ca
Review №30

Had a brake booster go out on my truck while on vacation. Called them on a Thursday afternoon they got the part in and replaced it by Friday afternoon. Great owner and shop!Very happy with the service and how quick it was fixed for it being 4th of July weekend.

Ma
Review №31

A fantastic place to get your vehicle worked on. Robert is a very knowledgeable man who is honest and provides excellent service to his customers. Definitely go here for your automotive needs.

El
Review №32

Good honest work

Na
Review №33

I give this shop 6 stars! One review below states that 5 stars is not enough and I agree. On vacation, had unexpected trouble and Robert himself stopped what he was doing to diagnose the issue. He did this as to not waste our time in the event he could not help., however, he was able to fix and after a little vehicle cool down he had us going in 3 hours. Everyone in the shop was courteous and professional and did not talk down to customers. I definitely have this place book marked for Galveston.

jo
Review №34

Very professional service I would recommend them to everyone and reliable work in that morning and the same day out driving again Awesome 😎

Da
Review №35

Bobby was excelkent. R/T exhaust was affordable,I didnt have to wait long and they are very family orientated . I will definitely use them again.

Rh
Review №36

Very personable and welcomed us even at 5 pm. Friendly in person and on the phone. Was knowledgeable and had the part we needed to the shop with ing 15 min. Got us back on the road within a hour. Glad to have found them and will refer them to anyone I know Needing auto service on the island.

Ca
Review №37

Called Bobby and he got me right in and fixed the problem without upsale and got me on my way. Was in a bind from out of town.

Br
Review №38

Had what I thought was catalytic converter problem. Robert got me in immediately and determined it to be the muffler. Had part ordered and installed by early afternoon. Impressive. Will return for future service.

Da
Review №39

Have you searched service since they were located in Dickinson always received quality work

St
Review №40

Tailpipe broke in half just in front of the muffler on the highway.Wired it up so it would not drag. Took it to RT and he welded it right away!Back on the road in 15 minutes. Honest, Efficient, Reasonable Price!

Ke
Review №41

They were so awesome

Ri
Review №42

Great people, job completed as promised they even went the extra mile to weld up my exhaust which was not even part of the job

La
Review №43

Had AC charged. Great service and they got me in fast. Felt like the price was just a little high. Everything else kind of made up for the price. Will be back when I have another problem.

Dm
Review №44

They are very good people but you truly have to have money to get the job done because all they use are factors parts

Ri
Review №45

The only place that I go on Galveston island for any car repairs. These guys have fast good service and reasonable prices.

La
Review №46

Bobby will get you taken care of and is transparent about all costs & work necessary etc. Very good communication 👌

Ma
Review №47

EXCELLENT MECHANICS!!!Im from out of state and had a brake issue.He got me in and had my brakes and rotors replaced in less than 2 hours from my phone call. He was very friendly and very reasonably priced.GREAT PLACE FOR REPAIRS!!!

Tr
Review №48

A great shop run by a couple good ol boys. I drove up with an air leak and they had it diagnosed and fixed in an hour and a half including a couple runs to the dealership for parts. Im very happy with their service and expertise and I will be back in the future.

La
Review №49

My daughters vehicle was towed there, after a botched inspection after an oil change location. They took the time to look at it, add oil (free of charge), and tell her to stay local. She had just had them replace catalytic converter. The price was unbeatable! We use them solely now! They treat each customer as if they were family!

Do
Review №50

Are you kidding me! This place rocks!! Highly recommended be others, I went in to have the front end hub assembly and exhaust replaced! Thinking that I was going to be with out of a truck for a few days, Bobbie said he could have it done by the end of the day and he did!! Went in again a few weeks later for hub locks and he had those done within a few hours!! Not to mention the great prices for a great service!! Thanks R/T Exhaust, you have a customer for life and I highly recommend for anyone looking for repairs to give these guys a try!!

Ad
Review №51

Professional and fast.Good customer service.

Va
Review №52

Great service with reasonable prices! They fixed my trucks a/c in one day...it works GREAT now. I definitely recommend this place for your automotive needs.

Fr
Review №53

Had overheating trouble on vacation and Robert and crew got me in next day during busy holiday week. Got it diagnosed and fixed same day at a very reasonable price. Saved my week. Couldn’t recommend them any more. Thorough job and very courteous. A++++++++++. Thanks..... Frank

st
Review №54

Courteous service. Fair price. From out of town and needed an oil change for warranty.Booked immediately.

Ch
Review №55

5 stars wasn’t a high enough rating for a shop that fit us in on the last day of our vacation. Towing your car in for service is a pretty vulnerable situation as a one and done out-of-towner but we were treated like long time customers. Honest, fast, and cheaper than I expected- what more can you ask- thanks so much, wish y’all were in Plano! 🙂

We
Review №56

The man is pretty nice and professional. He solved the problem in 5 minutes which bothered me 3 weeks.

Je
Review №57

Very nice. Called for an oil change and got an appointment the same day. They not only changed the oil but greased all the door hinges, checked wiper blades, topped off all fluids. Definitely will go there if cars need any future repairs. Thank you Robert!

Da
Review №58

Great experience. Quick turnaround.Fair price!

ma
Review №59

A great mechanic! Robert helped us replace a bolt under our car and had a smile on his face to whole time and was a good samaritan in our time of need! Super kind and friendly and patient. Definitely would recommend :)

Pa
Review №60

The did my catalyst converter and I am happy.

Jo
Review №61

Courteous, professional, fair prices. Quote and work was done same day. Will definitely be returning for future services.

Ro
Review №62

Good work at an honest price.Keeps you informed on the work being done along with pertinent information.

Da
Review №63

R/T Automotive came highly recommended to me by a good friend of mine. I took my truck in for Valve Cover Gasket Replacements and a new Starter installed. Great, work at a fair price. The staff is very professional and knowledgeable; they can do just about anything here. They were also quite patient with me when I came to check on the progress a couple of times. I highly recommend this shop. If they can do it, I wouldnt take my vehicle to anyone else.

Ma
Review №64

I’ve gone here several times over the past six years I’ve lived in Galveston, and it never disappoints. Bobby is friendly, efficient, and reasonably priced (for instance, today I went to another shop, only because I happened to be close and it was convenient, and they were going to charge me over three times what RTE ended up charging me - and it couldn’t have been any better work!). Go here, and you’ll never need another mechanic.

mi
Review №65

These guys are angels! Yesterday we had a flat tire and after getting that changed to the spare we were on our way again. Except it only lasted about 2 miles, then the spare went flat right in front in front of their shop. They sprung into action quickly and came up with a solution and went way above and beyond even exceptional service. They went and picked up a tire from a tire shop, WITHOUT prepayment, came back installed and got us on our way and only charged for the tire. Huge blessing to this single mama. If you ever need anything...this is the place to go. Truly honest and professional shop!

Mi
Review №66

I had a bar that was welded to my exhaust pipe break off, and it left a hole in the pipe. My car drove like a go-cart, and sounded like a tractor. I randomly picked this business out of several that popped up from my Google search. Normally its like rolling the dice on getting a good mechanic anyways, so I didnt do any research. I dont believe I could have been any luckier. When I called and explained the issue with my vehicle, Bobby told me to bring it in, and he would have it fixed in about 20 minutes. It only took him 10 minutes, and he charged me only half of what he stated on the phone. I couldnt have had a better experience. I highly recommend this company to any and everyone. Thanks Bobby.

Sa
Review №67

I needed my catalytic converter replaced, and went somewhere for an estimate. The price was very high and it took me very long to get enough for it. Then I went to R/T for the repair due to it being closer than the other place and thank god I did. Not only was the estimate $500 less than the other place, but I was given a student discount too! Writing a good review is the least I can do after such great service.

al
Review №68

Thanks, bobby. you are a stand up guy, who knows the customer and offers affordable solutions tailored to their needs. you know my daughter and show care which many businesses are incapable of doing. the dealer not only didnt want to attempt to find a simple solution, but they discouraged my daughter into thinking she would have to pour thousands into a repair which only needed heat applied to a tie rod end bolt, alignment and 2 tires. many thanks and blessings on your business. the good will surely get rewarded!

Du
Review №69

Came in for a quick job. I was in and out in 30 min and the price was unbeatable

Li
Review №70

(Spent some extra time to make a google account to leave a review for this awesome automotive shop)Hands down best customer service! From the previous reviews it was not hard to spot who Bobby was. Our F550 dually was towed to his shop and we spent the night there. It was cold and raining but he still changed our alternator out in the rain. He did a full diagnostic and pointed out reasons why the alternator went out due to previous work from another mechanics. We trusted him and hired him to fix all the other issues from a compressor to belt tensioner.He was not out for money and was genuinely a great mechanic. We spent 8 hours at the shop and while waiting for the work to get done we watched him interact with other customers.Bobby did an oil change for a lady and checked a bunch of other things for her too (tire pressure, greased her doors, etc) that she didn’t ask to get done and was very thankful he did. He also welded an exhaust and told the customer it’ll be ready so the customer can go to a meeting and come back to pick it up. He is a man of his word and delivered!This is someone who loves their profession and is passionate about diesels so I highly recommend Bobby for your diesel needs! He does work on smaller engines as wellAnd btw he does have a very comfy sofa I fell asleep on a few times in while waiting!

To
Review №71

Excellent, honest work! Fast turnaround. Bobby knows his stuff! Ive taken 2 vehicles there including a Hemi engine swap and service was remarkable. Had some issues after engine swap (not related to the work done), the owner drove from Galveston to Friendswood (over 30 miles) on a Saturday, to diagnose the issue. Ive never taken my vehicles to any shop because you never know who you can trust. But after a strong recommendation, I came to R/T and will never go anywhere else. Thanks guys!

Ca
Review №72

Im a fulltime RVer passing through Galveston and blow out the muffler on my chevy 3500hd. Bobby was very helpful and got my truck in on a moments notice, replaced the muffler at reasonable price, and provided very courteous and professional service. He did an outstanding job in getting it done in a timely manner. If I could give him 6 stars I would!!! I highly recommend this shop to anyone with mechanical needs!!

Kr
Review №73

Ive received excellent service from this mechanic. I recommend them to my family and friends. Great local mechanic!

DJ
Review №74

Awesome shop great prices excellent work will definitely recommend to anyone. Its like no other shop they could learn from this place. Thanks Bob great job

Me
Review №75

I stopped by to see if someone could help with my car. The garage door was open, but Google said the shop was closed. Turns out someone was working on a project and took the time to check out the issue with my car and fixed it! Thanks so much!

Ha
Review №76

We had a clip from the undercarriage come off and a piece was dragging. Bobby fixed it in a matter of minutes and didnt even charge for it. The service was awesome and I appreciate how easy it was to drive in and get fixed up right off our cruise. Id definitely come here again when Im in the area.

Ti
Review №77

Had engine problems on the beach in Bolivar with our RV(Gas engine). Called Bob first thing in the morning and hed take a look at it. Even though he was super busy that day, Bob pulled codes as soon as we rolled up, ordered a part, a had it installed by the end of the day. The RV has been spinning like a top since. Thanks for taking care of us so quick and at a fair price.

Tr
Review №78

As a single woman, it has been so wonderful to have a mechanic that has fair pricing, does an excellent job, & goes over & above for their customers!

Ro
Review №79

I needed a new muffler, read the good reviews and decided to try them out. Super friendly, was there for all of 20 minutes and paid half of what I was expecting.Definitely recommend this business.

El
Review №80

Very good and friendly staff

Mi
Review №81

Just moved here. This shop will be my go to for all work on my vehicles. Fast and thorough!

Ch
Review №82

These guys were awesome. Took my truck there for a little custom exhaust work and had it done in less than 35mins. Great work and very polite. I would not hesitate to take more work to them or recommend them.

Du
Review №83

Great service

cd
Review №84

Great place to take a vehicle and excellent communication from start to finish. Very quick turn around time with waterpump and thermostat.Thanks

Da
Review №85

Great shop, great prices, and honest work. I would highly recommend this shop to everyone who is in need of a good mechanic... They are it..

Mi
Review №86

Excellent work, honest mechanics, at a fair price. Very happy!

Wa
Review №87

Great service!! fair prices!!Refreshing for auto repair shop!!!!

Ju
Review №88

Great communication, excellent service and they are honest.

ro
Review №89

I have followed them from Dickinson Tx. I have had three vehicles exhaust upgraded by R/T exhaust . Bobby is very professional and installs quality work every time . I would definitely recommend R/T exhaust to anyone looking to upgrade there exhaust system.

TC
Review №90

Great service!!! Good prices.

Ea
Review №91

Honest! Great work! The best on the island

Br
Review №92

Nice guys, great service and very reasonable

Ky
Review №93

Honest. Kind. My truck wasnt worth saving but Im sure their skills are as good as their service!

Ci
Review №94

Fixed my exhaust leak way cheaper than other shops quoted me and had it done in a couple hours

Mi
Review №95

Quality Work For down-to-earth prices.

To
Review №96

Have come here many times to have exhaust worked on. They do exceptional service at a great price

Re
Review №97

Good place to get ur car fixed

ma
Review №98

Top mechanics and reasonably priced

df
Review №99

I went there after my out of state Jeep failed State Inspection, come to find out I didnt have a cat. converter and they hooked me up in less than 30 mins and it was $100 cheaper than Mr.Muffler across Broadway .

By
Review №100

Always fast & friendly service!

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  • Address:8244 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77554, United States
  • Site:http://galvestonautomotiverepair.com/
  • Phone:+1 409-440-4487
Categories
  • Auto repair shop
  • Auto radiator repair service
  • Auto spring shop
  • Auto tune up service
  • Brake shop
  • Diesel engine repair service
  • Oil change service
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–6PM
  • Thursday:8AM–6PM
  • Friday:8AM–6PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
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