I bought some years ago, perfect condition, records every 6 months from local Singer shop where it was purchased. The repairman came to the store to oil and clean the machine. The machine was used by a clothing store alteration dept so it was used a lot and the store bought it brand new in the 50's. It came with the original sewing cabinet. I paid $150. The Singer repairman was very angry when he found out I bought the machine, he wanted it and had no idea it was for sale when the store closed. He thought he would get it back. He actually threw the original manual at me, he was so mad. I had no idea he thought the machine should be his. The new store building owner was only interested in getting cash for all the inventory as soon as possible. I was in the right place at the right time. It's an excellent machine. I named her The Lady.