I'm curious to know what model Bernina you currently have. If you look at several posts, you'll see that a number of the Bernina's have been so reliable they have actually appreciated in price over the years. I'd consider carefully before trading in a vintage Bernina, especially if you're primarily interested in quilting. There is a site with posts about 'vintage machine I most regret getting rid of...'. I'll have a look to see if I can find it again. There are Bernina's from the 70's and 80's that are worth their weight in gold (almost!) for resale.