Originally Posted by irishrose
MarieM, I paid $60 for my 301 and she's worth every penny. Perfect stitch, FMQs well. If you can get one for less, that'd be good, but it really depends on what it's worth to you. IMO, you buy the tan one to sew with. It isn't exactly a 'show' machine.
I recently got a black 301A for $75 including shipping. Had to buy a new power cord and tensioner, as the springs were DOA. She sews great now. Little workhorse of a straight stitcher.