Just wet tested a Marquis "Everyday Spa" 530 that's on a labor day promo - $5995, includes "frog," steps, factory installed ozone, cover & lift, stereo (and some other stuff). It was wonderful! We especially like the 2 loungers at different levels (I'm 5'6, he's 6'3)
We sat in some Caldera spas also today (dry and we'll probably try wet tomorrow) which seemed nice, and price-wise were comparable, but didn't include a stereo.
From my reading and research it seems that Marquis is a great product but we're not sure about the price. Supposedly the labor day promo price is only good until tomorrow, and of course we feel PANIC!!!! But its a huge amount to spend and I'm sure we could get the same deal after the holiday.
ANYWAY...does the price seem fair? My husband (the tightwad) is thinking we should check out used, but I don't want to inherit someone elses problems, dirt, etc....
Does anyone have this model? Is it a good deal? Oh, one other thing we were concerned about was the cedar cabinet and its maintenance (we're not handy).
Sorry to ramble....my thoughts aren't as concise as they should be after relaxing in the hot tub a few hours ago!!! (and that's a good thing).
Thanks!
Jenn