My 830 8 series has had so many parts replaced in the 4 years I've owned it, I've lost count. The last visit it needed 2 parts that were "worn Out". And I have many other machines I use other than the 830 because it's been in the shop so often. Honestly, I wouldn't think the 880 would last any longer or have any expectation of lasting longer. If you're only doing piecing and straight stitching, I'd invest in a nice vintage machine like a Singer 301 or a Juki or Brother straight stitch machine.