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bwperez:
I'm looking for some advice.  After getting rid of my HotSprings Jetsetter 5 years ago because of a cracked shell, I've finally decided to get a new spa.  This all started out with me considering a Costco spa at around $5k but after reading negative reviews online I've decided against that.  I had no intention of spending 9-12k on a spa but that seems to be the price for all the ones that appeal to me. 

Here are some of my thoughts:

1 - I prefer open seating (I did like the lounge on the Jetsetter)
2 - Soaking is more important than therapy (maybe because I've never used a great therapy spa.)
3 - Energy efficiency is important.
4 - I'm generally the only one that uses it.  The wife isn't a big fan and the kids are still too young.
5 - I currently have 110 to the spa location but that can easily be changed.

I seem to be leaning towards HotSprings (Sovereign , Envoy), Jacuzzi (j335) and Marquis (Epic, Reward) brands but would consider others of comparable quality.  Does anybody have experience with Central Fl dealers?
 
I did find a local used 2009 Marquis Epic that I plan on looking at tomorrow afternoon.  It is priced at $5000 which seems reasonable and it puts me back at the price I was originally considering.

I'd love input to help me make a decision.

Brian

Bonibelle:
Brian, I have a 2008, Epic and still love it. It is very easy to care for especially with the Frog Bromine system. I am so afraid to say this....I have had NO issues at all with it. Although it was a replacement for my 2005 Epic that had shell crazing. I was impressed that Marquis replaced my tub and the warranty continued to this tub.  Marquis used to have a transferable warranty..so you may want to check if that is still the case.

So based on my personal experience with the Epic and Marquis, I would say if it is in good condition and you think it will be the configuration you like,  go for it.. That tub has amazing therapy jets and very comfortable seating. The deep footwell is a bonus, as far as I am concerned, because I like to exercise and stretch in the tub.
I also think that the Epic is relatively economical because it allows you to run in economy mode..and to custom set the filtration cycles (perhaps all tubs do that now) but I have successfully kept my tub in economy mode with no water issues or even heat issues in the winter.

Hope this helps..oh and the price, I think is probably good. In 2005, my Epic was over $10,000.00.  I am sure the new ones are much more.  Good luck :)

bwperez:
I just checked and Marquis still allow for transfer of warranty.  Thank you for mentioning it!  That puts most big ticket components under warranty for another 2 years.  Assuming the spa looks as good in person as it does in pictures I may just wrap up my shopping very early.

Do you know where I can find the manufacturer date on the Epic? 

Sovereign

bwperez:
Well, I checked out the spa today and it appears to be in good shape.  It also comes with a cover lift and radio which i wasn't expecting.  The water wasn't hot (IN ECONOMY MODE)  so im going to go back tomorrow and check i t again. Now for the funny part. The spa was a replacement for a 2005 model that had the same crazing issue mentioned above

Spatech_tuo:

--- Quote from: bwperez on August 22, 2012, 07:17:01 pm ---Well, I checked out the spa today and it appears to be in good shape.  It also comes with a cover lift and radio which i wasn't expecting.  The water wasn't hot (IN ECONOMY MODE)  so im going to go back tomorrow and check i t again. Now for the funny part. The spa was a replacement for a 2005 model that had the same crazing issue mentioned above

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Even in Economy mode it should be pretty warm which I assume was the case. You'll want to be sure it makes it to ultimate temp when you stop next time. I wouldn't worry too much about the crazing issue they had affecting this one too, its really just cosmetic anyway and its used so you don’t expect perfection. Marquis makes a pretty good spa and buying used can be a good deal if its in good shape though I'd certainly want to try to get it for less than 5k, obviously used spas are very negotiable. I know Marquis no longer transfers warranties but maybe that one was before that policy change. Good luck.

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