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Charles Gabus Ford
Des Moines, IA
619 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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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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September 22, 2025
Excellent service ! Very pleased with Charles Gabus Ford.... 6 new vehicles purchased in last 25 years.. Very pleased with Charles Gabus Ford.... 6 new vehicles purchased in last 25 years.. More
by Bob Funk
Employees Worked With
September 15, 2025
I went in for an oil change and got a video of their inspection. It was all very nice. inspection. It was all very nice. More
by Consort.of.Carrie
Employees Worked With
September 14, 2025
Everything went great and smoothly. The process was surprisingly. fast and I went home with the car I’ve been wanting The process was surprisingly. fast and I went home with the car I’ve been wanting More
by Abdu
September 11, 2025
It was such a pleasure to do business with Kevin Kauzlarich. He went above and beyond to take care of our needs. Kauzlarich. He went above and beyond to take care of our needs. More
by Judy42346
August 30, 2025
Very good. Especially the service department because they gave advice for my future service work. Especially the service department because they gave advice for my future service work. More
by Steve
Employees Worked With
August 28, 2025
Tom Vrieze, Sales Rep, was great! He was very responsive and knew the vehicle's specs. The dealership is first rate. He was very responsive and knew the vehicle's specs. The dealership is first rate. More
by cehsinc
Employees Worked With
August 27, 2025
Very efficient service, in and out quickly. Knowledgable staff. Payment method needs to be updated (no tap option). Knowledgable staff. Payment method needs to be updated (no tap option). More
by gdoelle1951
August 26, 2025
The mobile service (thank you, John! ) have been amazing… coming to my home garage or finding my vehicle at my work parking lot & providing its needed services on the spot. And the time ) have been amazing… coming to my home garage or finding my vehicle at my work parking lot & providing its needed services on the spot. And the time I needed to take in my car unexpectedly into the shop, CGF provided me w/a free shuttle ride to & from work. More
by Harold G
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Josh in sales & John in repair & maintenance
August 15, 2025
Very true, they are the best team in dsm. very professionals and hospitable. We know Robert for years and his team is amazing with Adam's great smile!! My family and I greatly appreciate all o very professionals and hospitable. We know Robert for years and his team is amazing with Adam's great smile!! My family and I greatly appreciate all of you!! More
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