Since you don't want to use the machine for quilting, I would recommend that you make a list of features that are "must haves" and then those that are "would be nice to haves." From there you can eliminate or include models. The rest is like buying a car - test drive and negotiate the price on the one you like.
I have Baby Lock and an older Pfaff. Recently the Baby had to go to the hospital and I pulled out the backup Pfaff. Ahem, didn't do as much sewing as anticipated because I sure got used to the other machine's features. However I really like the built-in walking foot on the Pfaff. I believe that one of the lower end Baby Locks has the built-in walking foot. Go check them out and have fun. Do you only have that one dealer in your area?