This is our first tub, have a few questions and need some opinions.
I am looking at a used 2003 Sovereign. What should I pay for this?
The dealer quoted around $3,500 (for maybe a 2000 year tub), a private seller around $3,000 for the 2003.

the dealer does the certified pre owned thing where they replace the circulation pumps and heater on every used tub. What would I expect to pay if I were to have that done on the one we purchase privately? Should I be worried that I would need to do that soon with the privately sold tub?

Also, in 2003 they have the single Blue LED light in the bottom of the tub - does anyone know if you can buy those multi-color LED replacement bulbs for this model? I would like that effect without forking out thousands for a new tub!

Last question. We are planning on building a deck eventually around the tub. We haven't decided completely on the configuration or the placement of this new deck so were considering using crushed rock vs. cement as a base for the tub. Any pros/cons or info for me on how to do that? Obviously we are trying to be as economical as possible!

Thanks! I'm glad to have found this message board!

Circ pump is about 165, heater is about 300, and yes, you can put the multi-color LED in the 2003.

I don't like them in decks, so I'm no use there.

Good luck!

~Swine