A friend was offered one for $500. She was told the machine is about 7 years old. Seller said she only used it about 4 times and since she and DH were downsizing into a smaller home she needed to sell it. I told my friend I'd pass along any comments from the quilters here. Thanks, May in Jersey

I have one. I bought mine new in 2001 for $1400.00
It's a great machine. Have had no problems with it whatsoever.
I've owned Vikinigs for years and loved everyone of them. It's not a lightweight machine, so I would reccomend something else to haul around to classes etc.

I had one for 3 or 4 years. I loved it - it did everything I wanted. I regret trading it in for a Viking Sapphire.

I have the 555 which just has a bit more to it than the 545. Love the machine...The very best buttonholes...stitch is consistant and I can do some lovely free motion on it. Haven't used it as much since gettting the Juki TL98, but won't part with it.

Thanks gals, I'll pass along your info to my friend. May in Jersey