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
October 31, 2017
Extremely Helpful I've had the pleasure to work with Doug Carter over the past several years and he's always been so helpful, full of knowledge, and listens to what exa I've had the pleasure to work with Doug Carter over the past several years and he's always been so helpful, full of knowledge, and listens to what exactly I want or need. Doug is able to give great suggestions, but still let the buyer be the main voice in the process. He's warm, friendly, and kind. I was also able to work with Christine Klaben this most recent visit and she was extremely helpful, efficient, accurate, and friendly. Richard Klaben has cultivated a wonderful environment for an experience that many people believe to be overwhelming or high-pressured. I highly recommend getting to know and working with these great people! More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Doug Carter, Terry Colbert
October 29, 2017
My bad day... that got better I had a service appointment on Monday the night before my phone decided to die. I gaff phone calls too make and stuff on the internet to look up. I I had a service appointment on Monday the night before my phone decided to die. I gaff phone calls too make and stuff on the internet to look up. I got to the service center and Kyle checked me in, to my surprise the waiting area had everything I lacked... phone and internet.. my day went from bad to better. The service that was done on my car was phenomenal. It didn't take long and everyone was super amazing. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Matt Moyers, Kyle Sott
October 27, 2017
Amended review I have given them this rating because they cheated me out of $399. Added their Loyalty Link to my bill without telling me. On a lease car no less. $ I have given them this rating because they cheated me out of $399. Added their Loyalty Link to my bill without telling me. On a lease car no less. $399. so I could get discounted oil changes! Check your sales bill folks!!! . I have amended this review after talking to Mr. Richard Klaben. He was sincere in his apology, and refunded my money. I have no complaints. He stood up and made things right. That's all one could ask. More
October 26, 2017
An amazing day ⭐️ Chris Volk greeted me with a smile & a handshake 😁 promptly at 9am for our meeting to find me a vehicle that would fit my needs. He took the time to Chris Volk greeted me with a smile & a handshake 😁 promptly at 9am for our meeting to find me a vehicle that would fit my needs. He took the time to gather all the specifics of my driving needs and found the perfect car for me! I can’t say enough about my experience with Chris & Klaben. Thank you Chris! I’ll be back when the time arises!😁 More
Other Employees Tagged: Christopher Volk
October 23, 2017
Wonderful We leased 2 new vehicles and love them both. Everyone is always friendly and makes everything go Our salesperson CHRIS VOLK was wonderful! We will We leased 2 new vehicles and love them both. Everyone is always friendly and makes everything go Our salesperson CHRIS VOLK was wonderful! We will buy again from Klaben. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben, Christopher Volk
October 20, 2017
I love Klaben I was provided exceptional customer service at Klaben once again! Bob Paytas helped me find the right car for me at the right price. Thanks Klaben! I was provided exceptional customer service at Klaben once again! Bob Paytas helped me find the right car for me at the right price. Thanks Klaben! More
Other Employees Tagged: Bob Paytas, Stephanie Slomberg, Kyle Sott
October 20, 2017
More than a Dealer!!! At Klaben Ford you are more than a customer...you are family. They make sure you are comfortable with your deal and that you are more than a number t At Klaben Ford you are more than a customer...you are family. They make sure you are comfortable with your deal and that you are more than a number to them but family. I have never been pressured into a deal or rushed to make a decision. They take time to allow you to process the purchase and look for the deal that is best for you. I think that is why Klaben is so successful because they realise that they could sell a few cars to some people for a while but to get them back they have to feel comfortable and the deal worked in their lives. Thank you Rich and thank you Mike for always making it an easy decision where to make my car purchases. You are more than a dealer to me...you are family!!!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Mike Cooney, Stephanie Slomberg
October 20, 2017
Perfect The entire staff was extremely professional and very kind. Rich Klaben and Nate Bryant helped me and they both are extremely caring and very helpful. The entire staff was extremely professional and very kind. Rich Klaben and Nate Bryant helped me and they both are extremely caring and very helpful. Both of them took the time to help me in my situation and they are truly amazing people. Very professional all around. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Nate Bryant
October 19, 2017
I bought a brand new car This was an amazing car buying experience! Both Chris Volk and Mr. Klaben made me feel comfortable in my purchase. Chris did all of the financial res This was an amazing car buying experience! Both Chris Volk and Mr. Klaben made me feel comfortable in my purchase. Chris did all of the financial research before I even arrived. He also pulled multiple keys before I arrived knew what I wanted and did not want and did not waste my time. He also worked hard to get me the best price. I have never owned a Ford-I love it and I had never dealt with Klaben and will certainly do so in the future! Outstanding place!!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben, Christopher Volk
October 16, 2017
very pleased Tye was the best sailsman I have had the pleasure of working with! I will definitely come back when the time comes for a new car. Tye was the best sailsman I have had the pleasure of working with! I will definitely come back when the time comes for a new car. More
Other Employees Tagged: Mona Crooks , Ty Davis

