Need advice on selection

[hottbpete]

I have gotten my buddy to think about buying a tub.  I own a Caldera.  We have his selection down to the Caldera Niagra or the Hot Springs.  Today however we went and visited a D1 dealer.  They happen to be going out of business and need to move some tubs.  They have an Amora Bay and a Chairmann II   I was hoping to hear where people on this board felt these two tubs lined up with the two we are looking at.

Thanks

[Zep]

from what I understand D1 is a great brand, but personally I would be
leery buying anything with a warranty or servicing needs in the future from
"a dealer going out of business".

sure you can always contact the manufacturer directly but there is nothing like building a personal relationship with the dealer you purchase from. there is an
automatic loyalty relationship, instead of being "passed along" to someone or
some other D1 dealer you did not purchase from.

in this case you may save a few pennies but that dealer is going to be long
gone and of no help if a problem arises.

i'd stick with the Caldera or Hot Spring dealer that is and will continue to be in business.

[spa_newb]

I agree with Zep. The Dealer is one of the most improtant factors, from what I gather. What happens when a year later the tub he bought off the 'going out of business' dealer has issues? Who does he turn to? It will likely cost him down the line.

That said the Amore Bay looks like an amazing tub. I am also considering the Niagara from Caldera, but the Amore Bay is another size and price level above .

[crowemojo]

What did they quote you for the Amore?

[hottbpete]

they quoted me 10 grand for the Amore.  It includes the audio system.  I think it's a steal.

[crowemojo]

From everything I can tell, that's a hell of a price.  If I had that quoted to me near where I live, I would have pulled the trigger.  I was quoted 12,900 for a floor model amore with the sound system.

Where are you located?

[Zep]

I like the design of the Dimension 1 - Amore Tub

wow....lots of foot room!

[hottbpete]

Jusat pulled the trigger at 9,800......Brand new.  D1 said don't worry about the dealer, they will support with another dealer.

[Zep]

congrats pete.....sounds like you got a great price!

after looking at their website it appears D1 is a pretty innovative company

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