I have the cheapest Singer on the market (I think) that my husband snagged for $20. I have an Elna that's about 40 years old. And I have a Brother embroidery machine that I don't use and currently have on craigslist for sale for $200. I'd love to get my money back for that one.
I don't know what my dream machine is. I don't use machines that much. I've only had my sewing machines for a few months. They're both pretty decent machines, so I'm happy with them for now!
I haven't even spent $3000 on a car, couldn't imagine spending that much on a "toy"!!!