Jacuzzi J-345 price check

[kurifodo]

Hi,

I was quoted $9895 before tax for a J-345 which includes a hard cover with floating blanket, "delivery", chemicals (for 1 month). Is this a fair market price? I live in the Seattle, Washington area.

I quoted delivery because I will need to get a boom truck operator to lift the tub over my house to its resting spot. The normal delivery option of by-hand won't work for my situation. I consider the delivery work on the seller's part less than normal given I am responsible for the boom truck cost, therefore, delivery is not really included at all.

Steps are not included, and the warranty is standard ("7 years shell surface, 5 years cabinet, 10 years shell structure, 5 years equipment and controls, 5 years plumbing components").

Thanks.

[Jacuzzi Jim]

 If your in Canada it's a good price down here not so much, unless that includes the boom truck?  Even then it's high IMO.

[kurifodo]

Thanks for the reply, Jim. The boom truck cost is not included in that quoted price. Did you have a reasonable price in mind for what I listed? I'd be interested in hearing your opinion.

[Jacuzzi Jim]

 Look at this guys thread he is in South Seattle.   He bought from Aqua Quip guessing that's where you looked, it's the only Jacuzzi dealer down there?

 http://www.whatsthebest-hottub.com/forum/index.php/topic,18860.msg190940.html#msg190940


  They should be at that same price.  Jacuzzi has another promo coming up not sure what it is..

[icenogle]

Kurifodo,

I can send you a copy of my receipt once my wife gets home.  I think she filed it.  It was, $9,850 after taxes.  Included a cover with floating blanket, steps, start up kit (mineral), a booster pillow, delivery, a cover lifter, bottle of aroma scent stuff, a rubber duck, two cups of water, a bottle of water for the wife, and the offer to feed us lunch.  The floating blanket is on my receipt, I don't even remember talking about that, guess it is what it says a blanket that floats.  I didn't bargain at all.  I didn't feel the need to, the manager just seemed like an honest guy, no pressure,  it seemed reasonable according to what I read on this site and I want him to make money on the deal.  He even suggested that I go check some other hot tubs out during my first visit there.  Instead, I waited three days for my wife to have some time for the wet test in the tub and that was it.  I highly suggest this guy.  Mark is his name at the Federal Way store.  I live in Burien so we must be fairly close to each other.  You can stop by if your want and have a beer.  I have some of this Root Beer Beer. It's not bad.  Also, posted some pics of my site prep in the show me your hot tub (titles Jacuzzi prep work).  I found my receipt.  See ya, Don Icenogle

[icenogle]

Jacuzzi Jim, I will be in Bellingham on Saturday for a party.  Since most of them speak Tagalog I usually get bored, so I'm thinking about swinging by the fair to meet you.  Is that a day you will be there?

[Jacuzzi Jim]

 Sure the fair starts the 17th and runs the week, so on the 22nd I will be there.    Company is Barron Heating, we will have a tent set up.  If you find the clock tower/main square you should find us or just ask someone.   

[icenogle]

Kurifodo, I sent you 2 p/m.  My sent box doesn't show anything, including receipt..  Did you receive?

[kurifodo]

Yes, I received the PMs (hope you got mine too). Thanks for sharing the information! It's tremendously helpful. Once I've concluded my sale, I'll share back my information for others as well.

[icenogle]

Additional price quotes.  AquaQuip gave me a rough estimate for hot tub hook up, wiring, GFI, box, etc of $1,250.  My neighbor referred an electrician to me.  His bid, which I have accepted is $900.  They will also be upgrading my service from 100 amp to 200 amp and everything that goes with it including permits, no taxes and 2 other wiring corrections that have nothing to do with the upgrade for $3,600.  Just thought you may be interested since we both live in the Seattle area.

[Jacuzzi Jim]

 That's really very good price.