Need Advice On New Hot Tub

[hottub63]

We are wanting to get our first hot tub and was looking at all of the used ones on Craigslist but upon thinking about it we are wanting to see if we can find a nice new hot tub for 5,000 dollars or under. This way we will have a warranty, delivery, won't have to buy a new lid, etc...

I wanted to get some feedback from you all to see if you think it's possible to find a new unit for a good dealer for 5,000 or less.

Any thoughts of where I should look first? We don't need anything super big or anything. Just my wife and I. Thanks!

[TwinCitiesHotSpring]

My favorite small "couples" tub (even though it is rated for 3)  http://www.hotspring.com/shop-hot-tub-models/hotspot/sx#first  you can add a 24hr silent circ pump to that unit and you have a nice low maintenance spa, good insulation, nice cabinet, pearl color option, a couple nice seats with armrests and a moto-massage jet...check the reviews on that link as well, popular tub

[hottub63]

Thanks so much for the reply. Any idea what we should expect to pay for this new?

[TwinCitiesHotSpring]

Thanks so much for the reply. Any idea what we should expect to pay for this new?

around 5k (give or take a $500-$600 each way depending if you get it fully loaded with circ. pump, ozone, accessories, etc)

[hottub63]

What do you guys think about the excursion?

http://www.colemanbackyards.com/hot-tubs-and-spas

[Hottubguy]

Check out the nordic retreat or the nordic encore se. Both are nice tubs. Www.nordichottubs.com

[TwinCitiesHotSpring]

Check out the nordic retreat or the nordic encore se. Both are nice tubs. Www.nordichottubs.com

both good options as well, we picked up the Nordic line a few months ago and although their priced similar to most "basic" options they have a pretty nice product, their cabinets are much better looking than other similarly priced options and the whirlpool jet is a nice feature...relatively small company with good CS as well

[Hot Spring Ace]

What do you guys think about the excursion?

http://www.colemanbackyards.com/hot-tubs-and-spas

Freeflows are built to last and very good value.

[hottub63]

Have you guys ever checked out the Aspen spas? I got a price of 5000 for this model...what do you guys think?

http://aspen-spas.com/spas/quattro

[brillskill]

http://www.recdirectfactoryoutlets.com/spa.php?id=11

[TwinCitiesHotSpring]

http://www.recdirectfactoryoutlets.com/spa.php?id=11

52 jets per pump...hope your list of "must haves" doesn't include jet pressure

[brillskill]

if you want lounger....a little smaller..http://www.recdirectfactoryoutlets.com/spa.php?id=6

[hottub63]

I think most people say stay away from that brand.....

[brillskill]

ok..just giving you some ideas

[hottub63]

Thanks. Did you see the ones I listed.