I do not have a quilting shop within 45 min and purchased the Janome 3160 at Paducah KY Quilt Showfrom a quilt shop located in AL - it was brand new, wonderful price - I had been looking on web and a few friends have them - after they returned to their shop after the quilt show, they mailed me the machine, no tax, no s/h, and it arrived in perfect shape. I have called their shop with a few questions, and they have been wonderful. Just check out the shop before you buy - think on it, ask lots of questions and then go back if you are confident they are reputable. I had a really good experience. Linda