These little machines are a gem! Very easy to fix and not a big expense for parts. Can you post a picture?
If you've seen it and like it I would go ahead! If you are hesitant (spelling?) in any way-don't do it. There are plenty out there. I would definitely ask for a reduced price since it needs help. My centinenal she was asking 200. but after trying it out before I bought it I found some problems. I walked away paying 75 for it. She was fine with that and was not the least bit insulted. She wanted it to go to a good home so I assured her it would be very well taken care of. And it is! There are four other siblings. My husband fixed it and she works like a charm! I paid 220 for my first (I just had to have it!) but under 200 for my other Featherweights.