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Charles Gabus Ford
Des Moines, IA
631 Reviews
Charles Gabus Ford is a family-owned car dealership in Des Moines, IA. The dealership was founded in 1956 by Charles Gabus and has since been providing high-quality vehicles, parts, and services to customers in the Des Moines area.
At Charles Gabus Ford, customer satisfaction is a top priority. The dealership offers a wide selection of new and used Ford vehicles, including trucks and SUVs. Their team of experienced sales professionals is dedicated to helping customers find the vehicle that best fits their needs and budget.
In addition to vehicle sales, Charles Gabus Ford also offers a state-of-the-art service center staffed by certified technicians. The service center is equipped to handle all types of maintenance and repair needs, from oil changes and tire rotations to more complex engine repairs.
At Charles Gabus Ford, the company's mission is to provide customers with a hassle-free, transparent car-buying experience. Their commitment to customer satisfaction has earned them a loyal customer base and a reputation as one of the top car dealerships in Des Moines.
Whether you're in the market for a new or used vehicle or need maintenance or repair services, Charles Gabus Ford is your go-to destination in Des Moines, IA.
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Hours
Sales/Showroom
Monday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Service
Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday Closed
Parts
Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday Closed
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November 25, 2025
Unfortunately the problem was not solved of auto starting at stoplight not restarting and $450.00 later still happens at stoplight not restarting and $450.00 later still happens More
by truckluver27
Employees Worked With
November 18, 2025
Very helpful helping me find what I need, courteous employees. I strongly recommend this dealership for all your automotive needs employees. I strongly recommend this dealership for all your automotive needs More
by montejimmerson
November 14, 2025
Had new tires put on. Good, quick service. Waited in lobby and work was done faster than expected. Good, quick service. Waited in lobby and work was done faster than expected. More
by Jim
November 11, 2025
Tom was very helpful. They were able to give me in my vehicle right away. They walked me through all the details and followed up right away. They were able to give me in my vehicle right away. They walked me through all the details and followed up right away. More
by jim
November 10, 2025
I have purchased several cars from Charles Gabus Ford but specifically from Stephen. He is a great guy, responsive, and works with me the way I want. I buy on relationships not just on price. Stephen has tak specifically from Stephen. He is a great guy, responsive, and works with me the way I want. I buy on relationships not just on price. Stephen has taken care of me every time I needed something. Even now that I live out of state I still come back specifically work with him and the team at Charles Gabus Ford. Highly recommend More
by v8muscle
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November 07, 2025
Had to call back to ensure the recall part arrived but other than that the service was great. I appreciated them dropping off my car at my work location when the work was completed. other than that the service was great. I appreciated them dropping off my car at my work location when the work was completed. More
by Paul
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November 07, 2025
Great dealership fast and friendly they keep you well informed on what is being done to you vehicle informed on what is being done to you vehicle More
by Pappy6977
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November 06, 2025
The staff at Gabus Ford was very helpful and professional. They made me feel comfortable from the time I arrived to the final signing of the contract. I love my new Bronco and Thanks to the team professional. They made me feel comfortable from the time I arrived to the final signing of the contract. I love my new Bronco and Thanks to the team at Charles Gabus Ford More
by Satisfied customer
November 03, 2025
Personable, attentive staff. Our salesman, Todd Dishman was efficient and knowledgeable and listened to our wants and needs in a vehicle. Highly recommend this dealership. Thanks Our salesman, Todd Dishman was efficient and knowledgeable and listened to our wants and needs in a vehicle. Highly recommend this dealership. Thanks! More
by Jan
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November 03, 2025
Great service easy checking in and finished when stated. Always a smooth visit to get truck serviced. Always a smooth visit to get truck serviced. More
by Omblue
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