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My husband and I have wanted a hot tub for years -- he has RA and believes the tub will help give him some pain relief (he has experienced this when "visiting" other hot tubs). We cannot afford to drop $10K on a spa and were shocked when we went shopping for one! Perhaps I'm just getting old but it seems like prices have rocketed in the past 5-years or so!! Anyway, we have an opportunity to purchase a Hot Springs Portable Spa brand hot tub that is pretty standard size, 7.5' x 8.5 with cover, adequate jets and a lounger. This tub is 8-years old. We know the owner and he's a real fastidious handy-man type and has kept the tub in immaculate condition (to the elementary eye, anyway). I've seen it up and running, no leaks and looks beautiful -- when I saw it I was shocked it was that age. Within the last 2-years he has replaced the pump and put in a brand-new updated motherboard and switching valve. It has a nice cover with the easy-lift/close bar and he's asking $2000. This seem quite reasonable but I don't know if there are other things we should be considering (energy efficiency of a newer model, questions to ask, etc). Any input on price, brand and things to look into would be most appreciated!!