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Charles Gabus Ford

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Sales hours: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Service hours: 7:00am to 6:00pm
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Monday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:00am–6:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:00am–6:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:00am–6:00pm
Thursday 8:00am–7:00pm 7:00am–6:00pm
Friday 8:00am–6:00pm 7:00am–6:00pm
Saturday 8:00am–6:00pm 8:00am–1:00pm
Sunday Closed Closed
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About our dealership

This seller has been on Cars.com since November 2022.
Charles Gabus Ford in Des MoinesIA. is proud to be an automotive leader in our community. For more than 70 years Charles Gabus Ford has maintained our solid commitment to our customers offering a wide selection of cars and trucks and ease of purchase.

Whether you are in the market to purchase a new or pre-owned vehicle if you need financing options we'll help you find a car loan that works for you! Even if you have bad credit or are a first time car buyer you can trust that Charles Gabus Ford will professionally fit you into the automobile of your choice.
Charles Gabus Ford is a family-owned car dealership in Des Moines, IA.

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Phone number (515) 724-0779

Service hours

Monday
7:00am–6:00pm
Tuesday
7:00am–6:00pm
Wednesday
7:00am–6:00pm
Thursday
7:00am–6:00pm
Friday
7:00am–6:00pm
Saturday
8:00am–1:00pm
Sunday
Closed

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Reviews

(1,297 reviews)

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I never and I mean never give 5 stars for anything, but they treated me like family from the start and it was my first time at the dealership. I dread going to dealerships, but the next time I need a vehicle I will be going back with no hesitation.

I never and I mean never give 5 stars for anything, but they treated me like family from the start and it was my first time at the dealership. I dread going to dealerships, but the next time I need a vehicle I will be going back with no hesitation.

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Casey, Kevin and Peter were great to work with. Made everything easy. They made buying a easy. No pressure.

Casey, Kevin and Peter were great to work with. Made everything easy. They made buying a easy. No pressure.

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They were courteous and kind and willing to work with and they kept me informed about the process

They were courteous and kind and willing to work with and they kept me informed about the process

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Hi, thank you for sharing your positive experience! If you have any additional needs or questions, we will be more than happy to assist you! Safe travels!

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My overall experience with the dealership was fantastic. From arrival I was taken care of and shown a level of professionalism I would expect from a large dealer. The individuals I was interacting with were knowledgeable and make the process seamless. Thank you to the great sales and financing professionals for the new vehicle.

My overall experience with the dealership was fantastic. From arrival I was taken care of and shown a level of professionalism I would expect from a large dealer. The individuals I was interacting with were knowledgeable and make the process seamless. Thank you to the great sales and financing professionals for the new vehicle.

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Hi, thank you for leaving such a great review and high star rating. We're always here to provide exceptional service at a great value -- we hope you'll consider us again in the future!

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Everyone was real personable and friendly. The dealership was clean and neatly organized. Nice work!

Everyone was real personable and friendly. The dealership was clean and neatly organized. Nice work!

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Hi, thank you so much for your positive comments about Charles Gabus Ford! Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you; we are more than happy to help!

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Friendly informed service. Jeff Turner was very personable and helpful in our test drive. Thank you.

Friendly informed service. Jeff Turner was very personable and helpful in our test drive. Thank you.

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Hi, we're happy to hear you had such a positive experience with our team. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything additional we can do for you.

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My experience in purchasing a vehicle was excellent. Sales representative Luke found the perfect 'new ride' for me. He was professional, courteous, friendly, innovative and kind. The other Charles Gabus staff members I met were all knowledgeable, personable and respectful.

My experience in purchasing a vehicle was excellent. Sales representative Luke found the perfect 'new ride' for me. He was professional, courteous, friendly, innovative and kind. The other Charles Gabus staff members I met were all knowledgeable, personable and respectful.

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Hi, thank you for sharing your positive experience! We are always more than happy to assist you if anything else comes up. Take care!

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Jeff and Dylan were fantastic!! They made us feel comfortable from the beginning. GREAT Dealership!

Jeff and Dylan were fantastic!! They made us feel comfortable from the beginning. GREAT Dealership!

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Highly recommend this Dealership! Very friendly staff and the process of buying our vehicle was amazingly quick and easy! No long drawn out process. I've never had a better vehicle buying experience anywhere. Go to Charles Gabus Ford, you will be very pleased.

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No pressure sales, everyone i delt with from salesman to service department was exceptional. Definitely a first class dealership.

No pressure sales, everyone i delt with from salesman to service department was exceptional. Definitely a first class dealership.

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Hi, we're happy to hear you had such a positive experience with our team! We are always more than happy to assist you if anything else comes up. Take care!

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Extremely helpful with purchase, very friendly salesman! Will keep me in contact after purchase. Will keep me updated if any changes need to be made!

Extremely helpful with purchase, very friendly salesman! Will keep me in contact after purchase. Will keep me updated if any changes need to be made!

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Will keep me updated with any changes that need to be made!

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Thank you for your expertise with my purchase. Was a very pleasant experience!

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