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Couple things. Is the Grandee an NXT? Being that it is filled, how long has the ACE cell been in use?The Grandee is not an NXT. It's "just" a High Life.Are these from the same dealer? If not, is one of the dealers more reputable than the other? They are from different dealers, but both are quite reputable.I know the Makena is a 2017 (there was no difference between a 2017 and 2018) but that is a great price. I would be curious though why they still have a 2017 model. As for the Grandee, if it is an NXT, that is a crazy low price. If it is a regular Grandee, that is still a really low price. Assuming everything is equal to you and money is not the deciding factor, I would try to wet test both and see which you like the best. Both Hot Spring and Caldera are owned by Watkins, so mfg support will be the same.Good question about the Makena and why they still have a 2017. It seems curious, and I'll ask. Another poster asked about the ACE electrode - I think it likely has a few months on it. I would ask for a new one.Thank you again for your help. Let me know if this changes your opinions/recommendations.
I purchased a demo-floor model 2018 Makena that was used 2-3 months for $8,000 including cover, steps, set-up, delivery and 1 year of FROG cartridges. So I would work them on that price. I will bump the Makena thread for you.