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Charles Gabus Ford
Des Moines, IA
665 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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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
Employees Worked With
March 11, 2026
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 Charle 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. More
by vkkollmann
March 02, 2026
Jeff and Dylan were fantastic! ! They made us feel comfortable from the beginning. GREAT Dealership! ! They made us feel comfortable from the beginning. GREAT Dealership! More
by Johnny
February 26, 2026
No pressure sales, everyone i delt with from salesman to service department was exceptional. Definitely a first class dealership. service department was exceptional. Definitely a first class dealership. More
by bentspike01
February 25, 2026
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! Will keep me in contact after purchase. Will keep me updated if any changes need to be made! More
by sjkelso54
Employees Worked With
February 23, 2026
Easy to work with Excellent customer care Great experience Steve did a great job and I would purchase another vehicle from this dealership again experience Steve did a great job and I would purchase another vehicle from this dealership again More
by Michael
Employees Worked With
February 12, 2026
We have always gone to gabus. The people are always nice and helpful. GOOD DEALER SHIP!!!! The people are always nice and helpful. GOOD DEALER SHIP!!!! More
by san
February 07, 2026
The sales man Tom and finance guy Peter worked extremely hard to get me into a car I could afford. I love my new car hard to get me into a car I could afford. I love my new car More
by stearnswendy66
