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
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52 yrs, 8 mos
940 Reviews
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June 04, 2019
Very Pleased It was great to purchase another vehicle from the Klaben Auto Group. As usual, the process was expeditious, resulting the in the delivery of just what It was great to purchase another vehicle from the Klaben Auto Group. As usual, the process was expeditious, resulting the in the delivery of just what we wanted. Family values and a trusted name in the community are still important now, perhaps more than ever. I always recommend Klaben! More
Other Employees Tagged: Tyler Kline
June 03, 2019
Awesome So helpful and was able to answer any questions . Friendly and knew there job and made sure we were completely happy and we were.great dealership!! So helpful and was able to answer any questions . Friendly and knew there job and made sure we were completely happy and we were.great dealership!! More
Other Employees Tagged: Tyler Kline , Denise Miller
June 03, 2019
Awesome experience Thanks for Mr. JC and the Klaben Team for your professionalism and patience. My 2019 Ruby Red Hybrid Fusion is simply perfect!!! Thanks again. ~ Des Thanks for Mr. JC and the Klaben Team for your professionalism and patience. My 2019 Ruby Red Hybrid Fusion is simply perfect!!! Thanks again. ~ Desiree More
Other Employees Tagged: Denise Miller, JC Crawford
June 01, 2019
Explorer Thank you to Roscoe and Richard for an amazing experience as usual. This is my 4th vehicle from Klaben and I would never think about shopping anywher Thank you to Roscoe and Richard for an amazing experience as usual. This is my 4th vehicle from Klaben and I would never think about shopping anywhere else. I appreciate EVERYTHING about Klaben and the employees. More
Other Employees Tagged: Roscoe Woodberry, Jennifer Bowen
May 31, 2019
This was the best car buying experience I've ever had. Doug and Tim went above and beyond to assist me. Coming from having a bad experience this was so refreshing. There was no hassel, no attitudes, and no Doug and Tim went above and beyond to assist me. Coming from having a bad experience this was so refreshing. There was no hassel, no attitudes, and no unanswered questions. Everything weren't extremely smooth. I was taken very good care of. I couldn't have asked for a better team. More
Other Employees Tagged: Tim Sterling, Christine Klaben , Doug Carter
May 29, 2019
Very Happy Repeat Customer We have leased and purchased several cars from Klaben over the years and couldn’t have had a better experience. Friendly, courteous and efficient sta We have leased and purchased several cars from Klaben over the years and couldn’t have had a better experience. Friendly, courteous and efficient staff. They made the process effortless and we are very happy. More
Other Employees Tagged: Chris Moldas, Jennifer Bowen
May 26, 2019
No pressure just professional Very much a consultative experience at Klaben service in Kent. I’ve always felt confidence with their recommendations. Plus great waiting area which i Very much a consultative experience at Klaben service in Kent. I’ve always felt confidence with their recommendations. Plus great waiting area which is clean and comfortable bb More
Other Employees Tagged: Kim Wolfram , Mike Cooney
May 26, 2019
Incredible leasing experience!! It started with my son. He had just flipped from a Fusion lease to an F-150 lease. When I saw the app on his iPhone last Saturday where he could st It started with my son. He had just flipped from a Fusion lease to an F-150 lease. When I saw the app on his iPhone last Saturday where he could start/lock/unlock the vehicle from anywhere I wanted it. So he called Rich Klaben and on Thursday we met with Chris Volk who helped us test drive and today(Saturday) he sat patiently with us to explain all the features and we drove out with two 2019 Fusion Hybrid’s. Everyone was great. And I mean everyone. Even guys who weren’t part of our deal were friendly and helpful. Denise in Finance was great and fast! Handled lease paperwork for two vehicles efficiently and quickly. Rich came down and shook our hands and welcomed us to the Ford family. Class act and a class dealership! Thanks to everyone! Ron and Annie More
Other Employees Tagged: Christopher Volk , Denise Miller
May 24, 2019
i think it might have been the usual when dealing cars I LIKE TO DEAL WITH "J.T" HE HAS ALWAYS TREATED ME GREAT AND I HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS WITH JT. NOW YOUR SERVICE PLACE WHERE YOU PULL IN I LIKE TO DEAL WITH "J.T" HE HAS ALWAYS TREATED ME GREAT AND I HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO PROBLEMS WITH JT. NOW YOUR SERVICE PLACE WHERE YOU PULL IN TO TAKE YOUR CAR TO YOUR PERSONAL SERVICE MANAGER IS A ZOO. YOU WANT TO DO TOO MUCH IN TOO SMALL A PLACE.. THIS IS NOT JUST MY THINKING I HAVE TALKED TO QUITE A FEW PEOPLE SAY THAT THEY DO NOT GO TO KLABEN ANY MORE BECAUSE OF THE ZOO. More
Other Employees Tagged: Joe French, Christine Klaben, Jennifer Bowen , Jeff Tetreault
May 23, 2019
Happy longtime customer! I have never bought or leased a car from anywhere else. Actually thought I may go somewhere else this time only because my longtime sales guy retired I have never bought or leased a car from anywhere else. Actually thought I may go somewhere else this time only because my longtime sales guy retired. Rich and Tyler bother reached out to me and made me feel like a valued customer! Have been a Klaben customer for 25 years won’t go anywhere else! More
Other Employees Tagged: Tyler Kline, Christine Klaben
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