I have been the CEO of the Klaben Auto Stores since 2010. I started in the business in 1974, detailing cars. I learned quickly that a Family Business was both hard work and fulfilling, with a responsibility to the customers, the team members, and the communities which we serve. Titles represent responsibilities, not rank, as every team member, starting with me, is a Customer Service Representative. Throughout the years, I worked in various positions with responsibilities for every facet of the business as we grew into the Klaben Auto Stores. Today, our business model, upon which my Father (Albert Klaben Sr.) founded and grew the business, remains the same. Customers & Team Members (PEOPLE) are the foundation of our success. Hard work, respect, empathy, team-work, integrity, and a genuine concern for others are core tenets of that model. Moreover, none of it is possible without the Grace of God. We are blessed and I remain forever thankful.
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45 yrs, 7 mos
Industry Experience
52 yrs, 8 mos
940 Reviews
Write a Review940 Reviews of Richard Klaben
February 01, 2019
Great Experience Very open and honest. This is the first time I have bought a car that I didn't feel any pressure or intimidated by the salesperson. Very comfortable Very open and honest. This is the first time I have bought a car that I didn't feel any pressure or intimidated by the salesperson. Very comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Chris was very knowledgeable and went out of his way to help me. Christine answered all my questions and was very helpful in the finance department. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben, Christopher Volk
January 31, 2019
I love Klaben! I have leased my past 3 cars here and I can’t say enough good things about this dealership! Mike Cooney is an awesome salesman and found exactly what I have leased my past 3 cars here and I can’t say enough good things about this dealership! Mike Cooney is an awesome salesman and found exactly what I wanted! I will always come back to Klaben for our cars, they treat us like family! More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Cooney, Tracy Tucci
January 24, 2019
Best Car Buying Experience Ever Can’t say enough about how well my experience was. When I told Branden what I was looking for, he found exactly what we wanted. He was very thorough w Can’t say enough about how well my experience was. When I told Branden what I was looking for, he found exactly what we wanted. He was very thorough with going over the options on the vehicle and making sure all and any questions were answered. Louis made sure to help where needed as well, especially with transferring over everything from our trade in while we did paperwork. Christine made everything so simple in finance, we were in and out in no time! Again, I can’t say enough about how well of an experience this was, I am very thankful for the Klaben family and all of their employees! More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben, Louis Polos , Branden Johnson
January 18, 2019
Expert Service Advisors I recently had a slow tire leak repaired. The repair was diagnosed and handled in a timely manner. This is the second vehicle that my wife and I hav I recently had a slow tire leak repaired. The repair was diagnosed and handled in a timely manner. This is the second vehicle that my wife and I have purchased from Klaben Ford. We have always taken our vehicles to their service department and never been disappointed! More
Other Employees Tagged: Kim Wolfram
January 14, 2019
No Hassles at Klaben I just bought a 2019 Nautilus at Klaben Ford & Lincoln in Kent, Ohio and I am very pleased to say that that everyone I dealt with was wonderful! My s I just bought a 2019 Nautilus at Klaben Ford & Lincoln in Kent, Ohio and I am very pleased to say that that everyone I dealt with was wonderful! My salesman Doug Carter went above and beyond to help me, as did Terry Colbert the sales manager. Even Tim who’s last name I can’t remember helped immensely one day when Doug wasn’t there. The finance person Christine was professional, quick and easy to understand. Richard Klaben is always in view in the showroom and very friendly. I am looking forward to driving and enjoying my new Nautilus. Thank Doug, Tim, Terry, Christine and Richard! More
Other Employees Tagged: Tim Sterling, Christine Klaben , Doug Carter, Terry Colbert
January 13, 2019
Great Service as usual. Lease was up worked with Mike and got the deal I wanted! I am really enjoying my new 2019 Escape has a lot of amenities I probably won't even be able Lease was up worked with Mike and got the deal I wanted! I am really enjoying my new 2019 Escape has a lot of amenities I probably won't even be able to figure out! More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Mike Cooney
January 13, 2019
Fabulous Went out of their way to help me with what I wanted in a lease. Worked very hard to help me. Very smooth operation all the paperwork was done quickl Went out of their way to help me with what I wanted in a lease. Worked very hard to help me. Very smooth operation all the paperwork was done quicklyHighly recommended. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Terry Baughman, Andy Bellian
January 05, 2019
Great customer service I was shopping for new F150's and Klaben went above and beyond. I was on my way to another dealer to purchase when Chris Volk called us and asked exac I was shopping for new F150's and Klaben went above and beyond. I was on my way to another dealer to purchase when Chris Volk called us and asked exactly what we wanted. After a quick call to Mr. Klaben he called us back and gave us a great deal we could not refuse. I would recommend Klaben to anyone looking for a great deal. More
Other Employees Tagged: Jennifer Bowen , Chris Volk
January 03, 2019
Klaben brings the fun back into car buying. We have purchased over 50 cars in our family. No one has been better to deal with than Klaben. They are professional and knowledgeable throughout the We have purchased over 50 cars in our family. No one has been better to deal with than Klaben. They are professional and knowledgeable throughout the entire sales process. Nate Bryant is a big reason I keep coming back. He's fun yet he treat you with respect. He is honest and upfront and makes sure you get in a car that's right for your needs and price range. We thoroughly enjoy the whole car buying process and would recommend Klaben and Nate if your looking at making your next car buying experience stress free. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Nate Bryant
January 01, 2019
Very Satisfied Nate was a big help on our recent lease. He took the time to understand our needs and he located the exact vehicle we were looking for. Nate coordin Nate was a big help on our recent lease. He took the time to understand our needs and he located the exact vehicle we were looking for. Nate coordinated Paperwork and Delivery and things went very smooth. Nate's communication skills are very good; we would certainly recommend Nate to anyone interested on Ford or Lincoln. More
Other Employees Tagged: Nate Bryant

