I bought mine third hand. A friend bought it from a lady who had only used it twice. My friend had it for about six months when she passed away. I bought it from her husband. It's great because I have a lot of fun with it and it reminds me of my friend daily. Not sad thoughts but all the happy quilting times we had. Like others said test drive it. If you have a friend who embroiders take her with you. Good luck and I hope you get it because they are so much fun.
BTW I paid $2000 for mine. Australian prices.