I like Janome, Kenmore and Brother but that doesn't mean you won't also like Bernina, Viking, Pfaff, Singer, etc. - so go to several dealers and sit down and try them all, you'll find you love some, hate some, and are indifferent towards others.
I'd post a new thread and ask members what they can't live without on their machines. For me it would be the needle threader and the multiple needle positions.
Also, be sure the dealer you buy your machine from provides you with free classes to learn how to use it and utilize all it's features.