Richard Klaben
Richard Klaben at Klaben Ford Lincoln

Richard Klaben

President

Klaben Ford Lincoln

1089 West Main Street
Kent, OH 44240

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5.0
934 Reviews

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.

Dealership Experience

45 yrs, 3 mos

Industry Experience

52 yrs, 4 mos

5.0

934 Reviews

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934 Reviews of Richard Klaben

March 19, 2026

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Everyone with whom I interacted was very attentive to my questions about the car I was interested, and eventually, purchased. Communications were very timely and informative, the entire process was relative More

by steeleroh
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March 18, 2026

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This is about our 6th vehicle from Klaben. Awesome sales and even better service. They know how to get it done. Thanks guys. More

by sshriber
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March 02, 2026

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Great customer experience with Kyle, Jenn, and Rich Klaben. Will definitely recommend this dealership to friends and family.! More

by Gdetorakisllc
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February 12, 2026

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Chris Volk has always been great to work with and introduced us to David. David was friendly and professional throughout out our entire experience. The staff at Klaben always greets us as soon as we More

by jennifer-sturgeon
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February 07, 2026

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Klaben Ford is a wonderful dealership. I always go to Bo Stewart when trading my leases in he is an amazing salesman More

by LisaSchmitt
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February 04, 2026

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Always a great experience at Klaben. We have been going there for years and encourage family and friends to do the same. More

by LBEST240
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January 29, 2026

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Very seamless transaction and extremely thorough with all the information provided. Tyler did a great job of listening to what I was looking for and found exactly that. Would highly recommend this dealership More

by Anthony.grundy76
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January 07, 2026

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From the moment you walk through the doors, you’re treated like family—not just a customer. Our car salesperson, Kyle Crow and the entire team, including the warranty and finance person, Justin Fishe More

by Lsirna
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December 25, 2025

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The whole team at Klaben Ford Lincoln is absolutely terrific! They work hard to make sure you leave with the vehicle and payment that makes you happy! Jennifer Bowen is just the nicest person and is a More

by parisisland72
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November 21, 2025

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Can always say Luke Deegan has always been outstanding salesman and does everything to make it a pleasure doing business with also Roscoe and Richard Klaben David Klaben Kristine Klaben Chris volk and Da More

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