Used hot spring vista or new hot spring sovereign??? Please help!!

[spa_ma]

Hello everyone!

I just left the local hot spring dealer with 2 possible options for a new spa.  I could get a 2007 pre-owned certified Vista spa for $6,499 (1 year warranty) or a 2013 Sovereign for $7,999 (standard hot spring 5 year/7 year shell warranty).  I really think the warranty is very important but I also really like the idea of getting the vista (has a new circulating pump and heating element) for such a good price.  Both spas come with accessory package, CD ozone system, circulation pump, cover lifter, steps, 220v GFCI sub panel, and delivery.  I really like this particular dealer which is the major reason I want to get a hot spring.  My questions are- is the price for the new Sovereign a good deal, is it a bad idea to buy a used spa and is the price for the used vista a good deal?  The spa will mostly be used by 2 people one of which has major low back pain. My location is Massachusetts so the winters will be quite cold.
Your advise is greatly appreciated, thank you!

[kurt6137]

The price for the sovereign is excellent, I paid more than that, I am in Upstate NY, I bought the 2013 sovereign, excellent tub, I have arthritis, so I can attest to its therapeutic value. I like the sovereign, due to the fact you can drain it, clean the entire tub surface from leaning over, without having to get in it. I am only 5 foot 9. that is a big plus for me. My electric has not gone up dramatically and we use the tub 2 to 5 times a week. very well insulated. Lights on it, very nice too. For two people perfect, will fit 4 too comfortably.

[Flyonthewall]

the vista price seems a little hight to me, although a new circ pump and heater (i'm assuming cover, filters, and maybe moto massage as well?) makes it a pretty nice unit.