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Charles Gabus Ford
Des Moines, IA
672 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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May 09, 2026
Good experience as usual. I have been using Gabus for years for both service and new purchases. It would be nice if they ran my car through the wash after service. I have been using Gabus for years for both service and new purchases. It would be nice if they ran my car through the wash after service. More
by puckett.r.s
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May 05, 2026
Luke was awesome and everyone was kind, helpful and it was easy to get done was easy to get done More
by katemlaporte
April 24, 2026
From stepping in the door, Jeff Turner was great to work with he answered our questions, listened to our requirements from the vehicle and finance. Finance gentleman explained the financing completely. Car with he answered our questions, listened to our requirements from the vehicle and finance. Finance gentleman explained the financing completely. Car was detailed well. We are very pleased with the whole process. More
by Lesa.bergeron
April 10, 2026
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 vehic 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. More
by Rick
April 09, 2026
Casey, Kevin and Peter were great to work with. Made everything easy. They made buying a easy. No pressure. Made everything easy. They made buying a easy. No pressure. More
by tsmahr
April 01, 2026
They were courteous and kind and willing to work with and they kept me informed about the process and they kept me informed about the process More
by robertwissler1
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March 26, 2026
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 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. More
by Brandon A Nordman
March 23, 2026
Everyone was real personable and friendly. The dealership was clean and neatly organized. Nice work! The dealership was clean and neatly organized. Nice work! More
by imahayes
March 22, 2026
Friendly informed service. Jeff Turner was very personable and helpful in our test drive. Thank you. Jeff Turner was very personable and helpful in our test drive. Thank you. More
by clamfers2601
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