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
Write a Review940 Reviews of Richard Klaben
May 30, 2017
Outstanding Dealer We have purchased many vehicles from Klaben and have always been pleased with the way we are treated. Chris Moldas is the salesman we deal with and f We have purchased many vehicles from Klaben and have always been pleased with the way we are treated. Chris Moldas is the salesman we deal with and feel that he always gets us the best possible deal. There is no pressure at this dealership. Richard Klaben is wonderful and always seems to appreciate his customers. We have recommended Klaben to our family and friends. If you are looking for a vehicle either new or used, l highly recommend Klaben. More
Other Employees Tagged: Chris Moldas
May 24, 2017
Used car purchase After researching online for several weeks, I found what I was looking for at Klaben Ford. The staff was very knowledgeable and helped me a great deal After researching online for several weeks, I found what I was looking for at Klaben Ford. The staff was very knowledgeable and helped me a great deal. I had the pleasure of working with Bob Paytas for the purchase of my Ford Escape. He was very personable and made sure that I was highly satisfied. I would recommend Klaben Ford to all perspective buyers. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Bob Paytas
May 24, 2017
Best car buying experience The dealership was impeccable, the cars were immaculate. The staff was professional, gracious and accommodating as my time was limited. The sticker The dealership was impeccable, the cars were immaculate. The staff was professional, gracious and accommodating as my time was limited. The sticker price on their cars was better than offers I'd received from other dealers, no haggling just better pricing on lower mileage cars. Unlike any other car shopping experience I've had. Gene and Rich were informative and were really about service, value and the customer. Christine in Finance got me in and out quickly and clearly conveyed all options available to me. I left knowing I made a good decision and we LOVE the car. Definitely would recommend this dealership - Will be back! More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Gene Kallmeyer
May 22, 2017
Great experience Ty works professionally with us and makes sure that we have all of our concerns addressed, but also respects our time and ensures that we get through Ty works professionally with us and makes sure that we have all of our concerns addressed, but also respects our time and ensures that we get through the process as quickly as possible once we have made a decision. We have leased and purchased several cars through Ty (and other good people at Klaben) and will continue to take our business to him/them. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Ty Davis
May 22, 2017
NEW LEASE EASY NO HASSLE I have leased vehicles from Klaben Ford Lincoln for many cars. I have dealt with Dan Peters and have always been treated like family. Thank you Dan. I have leased vehicles from Klaben Ford Lincoln for many cars. I have dealt with Dan Peters and have always been treated like family. Thank you Dan. More
Other Employees Tagged: Kim Wolfram, Christine Klaben , Daniel Peters
May 18, 2017
Replaced my leased MKZ Doug Carter was great to work with and he really seemed to know what we were looking for and helped find the right vehicle for us. Doug Carter was great to work with and he really seemed to know what we were looking for and helped find the right vehicle for us. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Doug Carter
May 18, 2017
Professional, Courteous, Efficient and Customer Focused Over the last couple of days, I have had the pleasure of working with Richard Klaben and Chris Volk of Klaben Ford in Kent, OH. They impressed me wit Over the last couple of days, I have had the pleasure of working with Richard Klaben and Chris Volk of Klaben Ford in Kent, OH. They impressed me with the timely response to my questions and going above an beyond to earn my business. As a consequence, my wife and I drove 3.5 hours to get to their dealership. Upon our arrival they both came out of the office to personally greet us on the lot and made every effort to ensure our questions were answered. The whole sales process was very efficient and a great overall experience. Hat's off to Rich and Team! Kelly Morehead More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben, Christopher Volk
May 17, 2017
Another excellent buying experience. As usual, the team at Klaben Ford accommodated all my requirements. I've been purchasing vehicles for many years from them. I've always been satisfied As usual, the team at Klaben Ford accommodated all my requirements. I've been purchasing vehicles for many years from them. I've always been satisfied with the attention to my needs and wants. More
Other Employees Tagged: Jennifer Bowen , Dave Mott
May 10, 2017
Chris Volk What a wonderful young man it was a pleasure having Chris as my salesman all I can really say is Wow outstanding Chris keep up the good work. Mr. klab What a wonderful young man it was a pleasure having Chris as my salesman all I can really say is Wow outstanding Chris keep up the good work. Mr. klaben I was very impressed by you and thank you and your staff More
Other Employees Tagged: Christopher Volk
May 07, 2017
Working in faith! In any business or personal workings, all you can expect is everyone involved practice good faith. Klaben Ford acted in good faith in regards to my p In any business or personal workings, all you can expect is everyone involved practice good faith. Klaben Ford acted in good faith in regards to my personal needs as much as my transportation desires. The sales force and I worked together to finalize a deal that we could both live with. Klaben Ford made me feel that this sale was only the beginning of a long term relationship in future considerations on why I should buy a Ford product and buy from Klaben, Treat people with respect and respect will be given. The experience to purchase a new Ford from Klaben was much different than most. Try Klaben and I know you will agree. More
Other Employees Tagged: Christine Klaben , Tom Nicodemus

