I am doing the happy dance for you as wee speak!!!! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
I love it and you really can not beat the price at all!! The 401A is the same machine and the cords will swap out. I am not sure about this love, but the 301, 401, 500. and 503 might all be the same. That might open you options for getting a cord. I am sure someone here on the board can tell us for sure but Singer was all about parts being able to swap out with other models to keep cost down.
Also check with you local sewing repair shop. If they are worth the salt of their reputation they will have one floating around for you.
Congratulations on the acquisition!!!
Billy