The Viking Topaz machines I have seen at the LQS I go to have been slightly over $3000. I do not recall...did you ask her why she wants to sell it? There is most likely nothing wrong with it...I am guessing she either needs the money or has decided she wants a different machine. While I would love to upgrade to a Viking Diamond, the Topaz is one that I can afford and it is probably what I will look into getting later this fall. It is a very nice machine and the Topaz owners I have talked with have been very happy with theirs. The only thing that I would encourage you to do is make sure that you have a Viking dealer who will be willing to give you classes/assistance with the machine.