Susan, You didn't say if your Viking was just for plain sewing or embroidery machine. I purchased my first Viking back in late 80's and traded up untill I could purchase Designer1. I love the Viking. If wasn't getting old I'd purchase the Diamond just to be able to do large designs for quilts. Some prefer other machines, just matter of taste I guess. I've never had a problem with them. Just a thought and wonder what you think of them? Rosalie