Just another vote to buy your machine, new or used, from a reputable dealer. Don't risk internet sales or e-bay sales. Buy the best you can afford. All machines now are made in Japan - except Bernina. Yes, Viking and Pfaff were bought by Singer and and if a dealer tells you otherwise, this is not a reputable one.
Go to a dealer who sells several lines and test drive different machines. I have had many machines and have sewn for over 60 years. Am never so happy as when I hear the purr of my well-tuned machine.