How much is a used hot tub worth?
If the tub’s interior is visibly discoloured or grimy, it will be very tough to re-sell even if you are trying to give it away for free. Often times, sellers will ask for 50% of the hot tub’s purchase price. For example: If Bob paid $6,000 for his brand-new tub 3 years ago, he will try and re-sell it used for $3,000.
Do you have to clean your hot tub before selling it?
Because of the intimate nature of a hot tub, cleanliness is very important to potential buyers. Do not try and raise the price of your equipment without taking a critical (and honest) look at its wear-and-tear. If the tub’s interior is visibly discoloured or grimy, it will be very tough to re-sell even if you are trying to give it away for free.
Can you rent a truck to transport a used hot tub?
If you’d like to sweeten the deal for a potential buyer who is currently on the fence, you can include shipment in the purchase price. This would require you renting a truck for the afternoon and driving it over to the buyer’s home. Before determining an exact cost, examine the used hot tub market in your region for a few weeks.
What should the temperature be in a hot tub?
The ideal hot tub temperature for adults is 100 °F (38 °C). For children at least 10 years of age, the temperature should not be above 98 °F (37 °C).
Can you sell a used hot tub for a profit?
They clean them up and sell them for a profit, much like buying a used car from a lot. Spa dealers often fix cosmetic and equipment issues, maybe even including a warranty for those repairs. They often replace the cover, filters and deep clean the tub when they receive it, so you don’t have to.
What should I know before buying a used hot tub?
You might spend the same or more than a fully functional (or even new!) spa. When buying a used spa from an unknown seller, viewing the tub before purchase is vital. Be sure that the spa is on and full of water for at least 24 hours before you arrive. Ask to see the owner’s manual, repair and maintenance record.
Why do used hot tubs cost so much less?
They often replace the cover, filters and deep clean the tub when they receive it, so you don’t have to. With the parts and labor the dealer adds, they charge way more than if you did the work yourself. Add profit and commission mark-up, and the price is equal to or higher than a brand new hot tub. Why spas cost so much less at SpaDepot.com
Where can I Sell my used hot spring spa?
The kicker is that only authorized Hot Spring Spa Dealers can sell their used spas here. Hot Spring Spas ® are the World’s #1 selling hot tub brand, and this website is entirely populated by it’s dealers. Shipping… Easy!
