So sorry to hear about your Elna. I totally understand your attachment to it as I had one that I bought in about 1980. I just didn't think any machine would ever suit me again. I bought a Bernina 830 record and have been very pleased with it, but it still wasn't my Elna. About 3 yrs ago, I found one on ebay and bought it. This baby was absolutely in mint condition. In fact it had been used so little, that part of it was frozen up from lack of use. I took it in, had it serviced, and it sews beautifully. With all that said, I find myself rarely using it as stick with my Bernina. Hope the one your X bought for you, turns out as nice... best wishes!