Hi, We've read and researched and are ready to take the plunge and buy our first hot tub, but we're having trouble narrowing it down. We live in a town with only one real dealer (Hot Spring and Sundance). They are nice, but only have 6 models on the floor, one filled, and none are what we want. The next closest dealer would be a 150+ miles away. We are looking for a model with a solid cool down seat, various strong jets (lower back, shoulders, and feet), and good filtration. Lounger is preferred, not mandatory. We'd like to stay near $6K, but can go up a couple thousand if it is perfect. Unfortunately, the only dealer is not forth coming with suggestions or prices. We have to ask about each model individually and go through the whole run down of its features, etc. before the dealer goes to look up the price. We have been in twice, both times for an hour without finding anything with the features we want under $10K. It doesn't seem like it should be that difficult, but choosing randomly out of the brochure is taking forever!
The Sundance Certa was comfortable (dry) for $8000 but we need more of a cool-down seat since this is where my hubby hangs out most of the time!
Any other suggestions we might look at in the same or lower price range with a good cool-down seat and great jets?
We should probably wait until we can travel a couple hours away to try out models at a bigger store, but with two busy kids that could be months away. I love shopping, but this has been so frustrating that I'm about ready to give up on the 'good' brands and go buy a cheapo from a box store.
Thanks for any suggestions!
B
