I love both of mine, though I wish one was black. Yours will clean up nicely. AnnieRose (1956) needed her plug rewired after we'd traveled around for a couple of years. She no longer goes to quilt group. I put a tension spring on - not sure it's right, but it works. ErinRose (1952 long bed) has needed nothing - even the bobbin tire looks original. Thirsty little machines!