It's a great price!!!! Five years ago I paid more than that for my Designer 1 on eBay, & it worked perfectly!! I got a great deal then, so it IS possible to get great deals on eBay. Just make sure to have an open communication with your seller. Establish a rapor with them. If you can't, or it just doesn't feel right, then back out!!!! Good luck!!! The Vikings are great machines!!!