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Charles Gabus Ford
Des Moines, IA
590 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 10, 2018
2018 Ford Escape & F-150 I own a service company that has a fleet of 15 vehicles. Bill Freeman has been very helpful to me as a business owner because he understands my needs I own a service company that has a fleet of 15 vehicles. Bill Freeman has been very helpful to me as a business owner because he understands my needs, finds the right vehicles at the right price. This week I purchased a 2018 Escape and a 2018 F-150. I couldn't be happier with my buying experience! More
by bugguy
Employees Worked With
William Freeman
March 06, 2018
2018 F150 My husband knew what it was he wanted in a truck, knew what was on the lot and Jonathan Peters worked it out for us to get what my husband wanted. He My husband knew what it was he wanted in a truck, knew what was on the lot and Jonathan Peters worked it out for us to get what my husband wanted. He stayed until all paperwork and explanations were finished. This was a great experience. I recommend Jonathan to anyone that is vehicle shopping. More
by David Snell
Employees Worked With
Jonathan Peters
March 02, 2018
Bought a ‘18 Ford Fusion This dealership has done a great job with my recent purchase. I love that they go above and beyond for their customers. I was especially happy with th This dealership has done a great job with my recent purchase. I love that they go above and beyond for their customers. I was especially happy with their service shop and how they immediately fix any problem with the vehicle. More
by Smithlbo
Employees Worked With
March 02, 2018
Attentive, unpressured, flexible service. I liked the approach of Steve and Josh - they listened well and spent plenty of time with me. They were good to deal with. I recommend them and woul I liked the approach of Steve and Josh - they listened well and spent plenty of time with me. They were good to deal with. I recommend them and would return for another car purchase. More
by Tony R Nester
March 02, 2018
2018 Ford Fusion Couldn't have asked for a simpler, pain free buying experience. Literally from start to finish, no pressure, questions were answered, and got exactly Couldn't have asked for a simpler, pain free buying experience. Literally from start to finish, no pressure, questions were answered, and got exactly what I was looking for. More
by bhaugen23
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February 22, 2018
2014 Ford Fusion Great dealership and amazing help from Jonathan. He really made my first time buying a car, easy. He never pressured me into anything and always answe Great dealership and amazing help from Jonathan. He really made my first time buying a car, easy. He never pressured me into anything and always answered any questions. Very satisfied with the customer service. More
by AlexA3
Employees Worked With
Jonathan Peters
February 22, 2018
Ford is always the way to go. Called and told them what I was looking for. They had the car there at the dealer. When I arrived they were all ready for the test drive and Bill Free Called and told them what I was looking for. They had the car there at the dealer. When I arrived they were all ready for the test drive and Bill Freeman made the process very easy. Decided to go buy the car and left the dealer within an hour while they got the car ready. When it was ready for pickup all the add ons were complete. Highly recommended going through this dealer and salesman. More
by Ab1986
Employees Worked With
William Freeman
February 12, 2018
Satisfying We found a vehicle that fit our needs and our price point. They worked with us to get there. This was the 2nd vehicle we purchased from Charles Gabu We found a vehicle that fit our needs and our price point. They worked with us to get there. This was the 2nd vehicle we purchased from Charles Gabus. More
by Joshmc78
Employees Worked With
William Freeman
February 05, 2018
I purchased a 2018 F150 from William Freeman in December, Very positive experience. I have always done business with my local dealer but Gabus offers so much more in terms of from William Freeman in December, Very positive experience. I have always done business with my local dealer but Gabus offers so much more in terms of service that I decided to try them. I'm very happy I did. More
by svan
Employees Worked With
William Freeman
February 02, 2018
Our new 2018 F-150 This was the best experience that we have had working with a salesman at a car dealer. Jonathan Peters is great to work with. Explained all of the op This was the best experience that we have had working with a salesman at a car dealer. Jonathan Peters is great to work with. Explained all of the options on the purchase of this truck and explained the lease options. We decided to lease this vehicle. Johnathan, thank you. More
by Gavagan's
Employees Worked With
Jonathan Peters
