A featherweight and this machine would not be equal. You would have a mint sewing machine and maple cabinet. If they are truly mint, I would buy it. I haven't seen any $5.00 machines on here and would be very leary if I was told that. Best thing is to go see it and if it is true, I would buy it. I wouldn't want a old looking thing setting in my home, mint condition, yes. You can't really make a good decision without seeing it. Just my opinion.