I just bought the Aspire, same series as the Elation.
I paid $7700 which included sales tax, upgraded cover lift etc. + 100' crane service (they said would cost $250-$300).
I'll post the prices I was quoted for the HS later, since I don't have them in front of me.
The Caldera fit me better than the other tubs. I kept blowing out of the HS.
The Euphoria jet of the Caldera is wonderful.
I told the sales guy I had my heart set on the #1 spa (HS), but would have to settle for his the #2.
He said ok Ford's aren't so bad. The same person owns 4 dealerships in our area (HS, Caldera, Jaz, Sundance, Sweetwater, Coleman) so there isn't much competition.
I was also told if you live in the Scottsdale AZ area, they raise the price because people can afford it and don't complain.