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patimint 02-24-2012 06:25 PM

Did I make a good deal?
 
Okay, after much soal searching and wondering, I bid on and won a brand new Phaff 1.5 Ambition sewing machine on ebay last night. It is still in its original unopened box. I bid 670.00 & with shipping the total price was 723.83. I am excited, but not sure if it is a good deal or not. Most Phaffs I have seen run over 1000.00. Too late to change my mind now, so good deal or not, I am getting a new machine. Can't wait till I get it. You opinions, please.

BellaBoo 02-24-2012 07:25 PM

If you are satisfied with the price and the reputation of the machine then it is a great deal! Enjoy it! There will always be a better deal somewhere but I always figure I'm not somewhere, I'm here. LOL

sewgray 02-24-2012 07:32 PM

Everything I buy I price shop, but once I have made the purchase I don't look anymore because you will drive your self crazy doing that. Just enjoy your new machine.

nstitches4u 02-24-2012 07:35 PM

No point in second guessing. Enjoy your new machine.

Chiny 02-24-2012 07:38 PM

A decision made is a decision honored, therefore enjoy your new machine.....

Chiny 02-24-2012 07:51 PM

Hi everyone, I am a new member, I have enjoyed reading your comments in the Quilting Board also have learned a lot about quilting and plan on being able to start making quilts with your comments and guidance.

T-Anne 02-24-2012 08:35 PM

Sounds like you are happy with your purchase, so don't second guess yourself, enjoy it!

Grandma Bonnie 02-24-2012 08:43 PM

From what I've seen of them it is a good deal. Enjoy!

mighty 02-24-2012 08:48 PM

Do not sweat it, just enjoy your new machine!!!!!!!

Prism99 02-24-2012 10:56 PM

Be sure to pay for insurance on the machine! The handling in transit can be brutal.

shawnan 02-24-2012 11:30 PM

Sounds to me like you make a very good deal (MSRP is $1200) and it has quite a feature list. I think you'll be very happy.

Of course I am a bit biased since all I use are Pfaff's but that's because they work well for me and will for you also.

annthreecats 02-25-2012 03:00 AM

I looked up the machine, it sounds like a great machine and the price can't be beat. Like shawnan said its a $1200 machine.

mea12 02-25-2012 04:58 AM

Yes, you made a good deal. They are $1000-ish in my area.

mizkyp 02-25-2012 04:59 AM

If you love your new machine...it's a great deal. Enjoy!!!!

sewmary 02-25-2012 06:33 AM

You got an excellent deal. That was a little under the show price I got mine for at the Quilt Expo. I really love the machine. It has a ton of features for the price, sews straight (love the IDT) and true. Congratulations

gramarraine 02-25-2012 07:10 AM

Congratulations on your purchase. Enjoy!

linynp 02-26-2012 04:11 AM

As bellaboo said if you like it it's a good deal. If not then you don't use it. It is a good price plus that machine is nice. That machine has renewed my faith in them. It sees nicely and is quiet.

coopah 02-26-2012 06:02 AM

I've had the same Pfaff for 10+ years (but who's counting) and enjoy using it. She gets a once a year tune up and purrs along nicely. I hope you will like yours just as much. Sounds like quite the machine. Are you thinking of naming her?

Elaine433 02-26-2012 07:23 AM

I have owned a Pfaff 7550 for over 15 years and love it. I am sure you will enjoy your new machine. Just give yourself a chance to learn on it prior to starting a project. You need to bond with the machine.

crzy4qults 02-26-2012 01:48 PM

YOU MADE A GREAT DEAL PFAFF MACHINES ARE GOOD MACHINES AND THEY DO RUN ABOUT 1200 DOLLARS IN MY AREA... SO I THINK U DID GOOD...:thumbup:

carolynjo 02-26-2012 02:31 PM

I hadn't thought about purchasing insurance, but a good idea! Enjoy your new machine.

Gerrie 02-26-2012 07:15 PM

Welcome Chiny I think we all enjoy and learn something every day


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