brownphish Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 My local dealer has a 2005 Hot Springs Landmark that he said he took in on trade. He said he replaced the heater and one pump, new filters and a new cover. He want's $6000.00 for it delivered. I was just wondering if you thought this was a good deal, fair deal and what should I offer. I don't wan't to look like a smuck by offering way to low but I would also like to get as good a deal as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan.The.Spa.Man Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 My local dealer has a 2005 Hot Springs Landmark that he said he took in on trade. He said he replaced the heater and one pump, new filters and a new cover. He want's $6000.00 for it delivered. I was just wondering if you thought this was a good deal, fair deal and what should I offer. I don't wan't to look like a smuck by offering way to low but I would also like to get as good a deal as possible. I really wouldn't pay more than $3500 of so for a tub that is more than 4-5 years old. The other problem is that HotSpring stopped making the Landmark model in 2003. So the price and info sounds sketchy already. Find out the serial number and post it and we can figure out the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerimiahR Posted September 18, 2009 Report Share Posted September 18, 2009 I really wouldn't pay more than $3500 of so for a tub that is more than 4-5 years old. The other problem is that HotSpring stopped making the Landmark model in 2003. So the price and info sounds sketchy already. Find out the serial number and post it and we can figure out the year. If it's a 2005 it's probably a "Vista" model. The "Landmark" was only made until 2003. In 2004 it became the Vista, and the interior was remolded. Otherwise it's basically the same dimensions on the outside, 8'4" x 7'7" x 38". You can check the serial number on it if you wish. The "Landmark" models began with either an "S" or "SQ". The format should be something like SQ#A####. Each # equals a number. The letter after the first # designates the year it was made. A = 1999 B = 2000 C = 2001 D = 2002 E = 2003 F = 2004 G = 2005 The fact that the dealer called it a Landmark doesn't cause me any suspicion. The model designator in the serial number for a Vista is "SS". When you have options of S, SQ, or SS, it's a very honest mistake. In fact often times when you order a cover from Hot Spring for that spa, the label on the cover will say Landmark/Grandee. The Landmark changed to become the Vista, and the Grandee is the exact same dimensions but different interior. So Landmark & Vista are essentially synonymous, they just technically refer to different model years. As far as the price goes, I'd ask about what is included and what is not. For instance, for the $6,000 is the dealer willing to give you an in house warranty to cover any potential problems in the future, and if so for how long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownphish Posted September 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 I really wouldn't pay more than $3500 of so for a tub that is more than 4-5 years old. The other problem is that HotSpring stopped making the Landmark model in 2003. So the price and info sounds sketchy already. Find out the serial number and post it and we can figure out the year. If it's a 2005 it's probably a "Vista" model. The "Landmark" was only made until 2003. In 2004 it became the Vista, and the interior was remolded. Otherwise it's basically the same dimensions on the outside, 8'4" x 7'7" x 38". You can check the serial number on it if you wish. The "Landmark" models began with either an "S" or "SQ". The format should be something like SQ#A####. Each # equals a number. The letter after the first # designates the year it was made. A = 1999 B = 2000 C = 2001 D = 2002 E = 2003 F = 2004 G = 2005 The fact that the dealer called it a Landmark doesn't cause me any suspicion. The model designator in the serial number for a Vista is "SS". When you have options of S, SQ, or SS, it's a very honest mistake. In fact often times when you order a cover from Hot Spring for that spa, the label on the cover will say Landmark/Grandee. The Landmark changed to become the Vista, and the Grandee is the exact same dimensions but different interior. So Landmark & Vista are essentially synonymous, they just technically refer to different model years. As far as the price goes, I'd ask about what is included and what is not. For instance, for the $6,000 is the dealer willing to give you an in house warranty to cover any potential problems in the future, and if so for how long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownphish Posted September 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Thank you very much for the detailed information. It is nice to have this venue where an inexperienced person can get such great help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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