I'm a Viking person, too. I bought the top of the line machine 40 years ago and it's still going strong. I had an opportunity on a 1+ about 12 years ago and bought it as well. I agree with the person that said to take all the free lessons that come with the machine. You'll be surprized at all the things you'll learn..... so many people have all the wonderful features and they don't even know how to use. Don't let that be you!
Congrats........