I'd check out the new Janomes and also Berninas that may have been traded in since that's what you have now. You get more for your money with the Janome and attachments are cheaper. If possible try them both out before you buy. I have the Janome 6500 and love it but I find I don't really like to machine quilt either. Mine was a floor model and I got a full warranty with it which I haven't had to use.