# Dealership service departments in Des Moines, IA

https://vinindex.ai/car-dealers/ia/des-moines/service
Measured November 4, 2026 · ChatGPT, Gemini and Google AI Mode

We asked ChatGPT, Gemini and Google AI Mode 5 questions about getting a car serviced in Des Moines. Across their 15 answers, they named Charles Gabus Ford in 3, Karl Chevrolet Ankeny in 3, Kia of Des Moines in 3.

In all, the assistants named 6 dealerships: Charles Gabus Ford, Karl Chevrolet Ankeny, Kia of Des Moines, Willis Automotive, MCCJ Auto Group and Willis Nissan.

## The list

AI-Ready Verified dealerships first, then every other dealership AI named; inside each group, most-named first. Verified means a confirmed dealer licence, live inventory and lender rates on file. Nothing here is bought.

| # | Dealership | Address | Phone | Named by | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charles Gabus Ford | 4545 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA | (515) 270-0707 | Gemini, Google AI Mode | 3 of 15 |
| 2 | Karl Chevrolet Ankeny | 1101 SE Oralabor Rd., Ankeny, IA | (515) 706-1525 | ChatGPT, Gemini | 3 of 15 |
| 3 | Kia of Des Moines | 4475 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA | (515) 270-0706 | ChatGPT, Google AI Mode | 3 of 15 |
| 4 | Willis Automotive | 2121 NW 100th St, Des Moines, IA |  | Google AI Mode | 2 of 15 |
| 5 | MCCJ Auto Group | 4611 SW 9th St., Des Moines, IA | (515) 259-9755 | ChatGPT | 1 of 15 |
| 6 | Willis Nissan | 4770 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA | (515) 253-0719 | ChatGPT | 1 of 15 |

## What the assistants said

We asked Gemini "brake repair at a dealership in Des Moines" on November 4, 2026. It answered: "Charles Gabus Ford: This dealership emphasizes the use of highly skilled technicians and the right tools and parts for brake service."

We asked ChatGPT "where to get my car serviced in Des Moines" on November 4, 2026. It answered: "Kia of Des Moines (4475 Merle Hay Rd) – 4.5 with 392 reviews; noted for easy scheduling and punctuality."

## The questions we asked

- best car dealership service department in Des Moines
- brake repair at a dealership in Des Moines
- honest car repair shop in Des Moines
- oil change at a dealership in Des Moines
- where to get my car serviced in Des Moines

## How this list is made

Every month we ask ChatGPT, Gemini and Google AI Mode the same questions about Des Moines, the way a shopper would type them, and record which dealerships each answer names. A dealership counts once per answer. Verified dealerships are listed first; inside each group the order is how many answers named the dealership. No position is sold. Measured November 4, 2026; refreshed monthly.

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