A quilt and yarn shop I used to go to when we lived in another area sold Berninas. She loved her Berninas.
I looked her up on line recently and she no longer sells Berninas but sells Elnas. This woman is a business woman whose judgement and straightforward manner of business I appreciate. If she's selling Elna brand of machines, I wouldn't hesitate in my decision to buy the machine. However, the guarantee/warrantee/service is a matter you should look into with something in writing just for your own peace of mind.
I'm excited for you. Good luck.
Blessings,
Angela