i love my viking sapphire835! lg throat room,lots fancy stitches when i want them.only had it since june &haven't had time to sew much,but the price was reasonable[$1250] but they threw ins $150 ext.table,$75.00 foot,& 2 free2hr lessons ,so i was very satisfied.
good luck in your search,& as i'm sure everyone else will tell you ,test-drive before you buy!!!
dar