Aryeh's Michael Phelps HDX SwimSpa

Aryeh picked up the Michael Phelps HDX after looking at several options. He liked the price and the features, and friends had recommended the brand as reliable. He called it the SwimSpa HDX and said it matched what he wanted at the time.

Most weekends Aryeh swam in it for twenty to thirty minutes. The family also used it as a hot tub. He kept the water clean by changing the chemicals on a regular schedule so it stayed ready for use.

After nine years the spa is still in pretty good condition with no reported flaws. Aryeh noted that new owners will need to stay on top of the chemicals right away or the water will not stay clean.

He is selling now because the family uses it less and they are moving. The asking price is ten thousand dollars.

Straight from the owner

• Referred to by seller as SwimSpa HDX
• Used primarily for swimming, also as hot tub
• Seller swam 20-30 minutes on weekends
• Family used it as hot tub
• Requires regular chemical changes to keep water clean
• Selling because moving and using less

The full conversation

The complete interview, lightly cleaned up for reading:

Aryeh: Hi. If you record your name and reason for calling, I'll see if this person is available.

Commonplace: Hey Ari, this is June from the Commonplace Talk Show. Dummy listing test on your HDX. Can you hear me?

Aryeh: Thanks. Please stay on the line.

Commonplace: I'll hold. Hi Ari, it's June from the Commonplace Talk Show. Can you hear me okay?

Aryeh: Yeah. I hear you.

Commonplace: Great. Before we get started, I need your consent. This call is being recorded and parts of it may be published with the listing. Is that okay with you?

Aryeh: Why don't you tell me first the reason you're calling? From Commonplace about my listing instead of just saying, hey. This is the Commonplace talk show. Because otherwise, I don't wanna be on a Commonplace talk show. I have no idea what the Commonplace talk show is. All I know is that I made a listing on Commonplace. Do you get what I'm saying?

Commonplace: I completely understand. We're doing a short interview to attach a recording to your Michael Phelps HDX listing, so buyers can hear the story behind it. That's why I need the recording consent.

Aryeh: Okay. Perfect. So next time you make a call, just let them know that you're just gonna ask them a few questions about their listing. So that they don't have to end up answering a bunch of buyer questions, and we can just get it over with with one seller interview and ask them if they have a few minutes to answer a few questions about their listing. Does that make sense?

Commonplace: That makes total sense, thank you for the feedback. So, do I have your consent to record this interview for your listing? Thanks. When you bought the HDX, what-

Aryeh: Where is the recording gonna go?

Commonplace: It will be attached to your Michael Phelps HDX listing on Commonplace. When you bought the HDX, what made you pick this one?

Aryeh: Well, it was a really good price, and it had all the features I was looking for, you know, of the other brands weren't as reputable, so this was a very reputable brand, and I had some friends that were telling me about it. So that's ultimately how I made my decision.

Commonplace: How did you use it?

Aryeh: Did I use it?

Commonplace: Yeah, tell me about how you used the spa.

Aryeh: I did mostly swimming in it. Although you could use it as a hot tub as well. And so me and my family would enjoy the hot tub, and sometimes on the weekend, I'll go for a swim for about twenty to thirty minutes, and it's great for that.

Commonplace: Why are you selling it?

Aryeh: So right now, we just don't use it as much. And we're moving. So we gotta get rid of it.

Commonplace: Give me the one-sentence version: what is this, and why is it special?

Aryeh: Can we just talk about it?

Commonplace: Of course, let's just talk. Walk me through it like I'm standing next to you. What are we looking at?

Aryeh: Yeah. So it's the Swin'Spa HDX.

Commonplace: What does the manual not tell you that every owner figures out?

Aryeh: And Well, you gotta know how to change the chemicals and make sure that it's up to date. Otherwise, it's the water is not gonna stay clean. You know what I'm saying?

Commonplace: What's the quirk the next owner will discover in week one?

Aryeh: The clerk that the next owner will one. There's nothing wrong with it. It's in great shape.

Commonplace: Why sell it now?

Aryeh: I already told you.

Commonplace: You're right, sorry about that. Thanks so much for sharing the story behind the HDX. Since this is the dummy listing for our test, did the questions feel open enough for you?

Aryeh: Yes. But they were repetitive and you need to think more about what common sense questions an average buyer is going to have instead of just sounding like an AI robot. And asking questions on a list.

Commonplace: That is really helpful feedback, thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to do this test with me. Have a great day, Ari.

Frequently asked questions

What is the asking price for the Michael Phelps HDX?

The asking price is $10,000.

What condition is the SwimSpa HDX in?

It is in pretty good condition after nine years of use with no flaws reported.

Why is Aryeh selling the HDX?

Aryeh is selling because the family uses it less and they are moving.

What maintenance does the SwimSpa HDX need?

It requires regular chemical changes to keep the water clean.

Is there any warranty or delivery information for this listing?

No details on warranty or delivery were provided in the interview.

Michael Phelps HDX in pretty good condition is listed on Commonplace for $10,000, with a 30 to 50 point inspection before pickup, white-glove delivery, and payment on delivery.