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Minisoda:
Hi to everyone on this forum :) I am looking to pull the trigger on a new Sundance Aspen. this weekend might be the best decision (I'm hoping) or not the best.  I am tall (6-7) so that is a main concern of mine with hot tubs.  We wet tested the Aspen.  From what we could tell, it fit me the best out of the other models (Sundance) at Aquaquip. I am hoping for the most bang for the buck so I regularly try to swing deals. lol.  It might get annoying but a lot of times it works.  Aquaquip is set on a price so I wanted to make sure we are getting a great deal as they are advertising. Has anyone recently purchased this model or had it for a couple years with any information on what would be a great price to pick one up for?  Any owners have positive/negative experiences with Aquaquip or Sundance or the Aspen in particular?  Does any hot tub owner recommend trying out another brand before we pull the trigger keeping in mind I am very tall  ;)  I just wanted a feel good feeling about this decision as I am seeking any/all help/support I can get.  We are very active which I feel the use of a hot tub will benefit.  It will get frequent use.  I was told by the sales person it would be around $20-25/ mos extra to run/use it on average.  Is this figure close?  I wanted to weigh all the factors from experienced hot tub owners. If I could get some love out there, that would definitely be appreciated. I would like to throw at the salesman any tactic I can to get the best deal so if anyone knows of any.. feel free to share! :)  thanks for your time and I will definitely raise my glass to you when/if I pull the trigger.  Have a great week as I'm trying not to stress too much.  I live in Washington State for info purposes. Also, anyone have info on how Costco hot tubs are made?  Worth looking at or stay away? Also, has anyone had experience, personal or other by selling a home with an above ground hot tub installed?  Just looking at down the road if situation arises. Thanks

hottubdan:
Check out Hot Spring at Olympic Hot Tub.  Envoy?  Grandee?  Both big spas that should fit you.Olympic and Aquaquip are the biggest dealers in Seattle area.

Spatech_tuo:

--- Quote from: Minisoda on May 07, 2018, 11:47:48 pm ---I was told by the sales person it would be around $20-25/ mos extra to run/use it on average.  Is this figure close?  I wanted to weigh all the factors from experienced hot tub owners. If I could get some love out there, that would definitely be appreciated. I would like to throw at the salesman any tactic I can to get the best deal so if anyone knows of any.. feel free to share! :) 

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I know you're in a moderate climate but that monthly figure seems a low to me, especially on a very large spa, but in the end would you drop the idea of a spa if it was $40 a month?

If I wanted a better deal I would:

1) tell the dealer I am shopping around (and I would) because unless they know you have options they'll think they're just negotiating against themselves or the chance you'll skip the entire idea and not buy, competition is what keeps prices in check.
2) When I decided on a tub and got their "best" deal I would counter and be firm yet polite that I needed a still better deal. I'd even be very willing to leave and say "let me think about it" because dealers don't want you to leave to think about it because they know often you won't return, especially if you've let it be known you have options.
3) If you really feel they won't lower the price further you can ask them to add certain items or even maybe $200 store credit for you to use on future chem needs. If I'm a dealer I'm much more apt to give you $200 store credit than to lower the price $200 yet it works for the customer because they'll need things after the sale, chems at a minimum.

Minisoda:
Thanks for your inputs.  Sound advice.  I know it’s the song and dance with negotiating and I’m pretty sure they can come down if I ask and when they say they can’t and throw around reason this and reason that, I lose the trust factor.  We will check out the hot spring brand at Olympic to to have a ledge to stand on.  Thanks again.  Have a great evening

Aquatub88:
To add to the recommendations, I called the manufacturers to see if they had any promotions coming and I was provided with upcoming information that was helpful in my negotiation.

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