A little off subject, but this might help you to be able to go for the machine of your dreams...
A member here suggested asking the dealer if they could reduce the price if buying the floor model. I did exactly that and saved $100 on the $1000 Janome MC6300. Mind you, I did check out the machine before popping the question - it was virtually brand-new - so felt confident I was not buying a used and abused machine. Times are tough, and at the end of the day, shop keepers want that money in the register. Happy hunting!!