Hi there Gayle. I was lucky enough to purchase the GMQ frame for $650 here in Canada. Used but in pristine condition. On line I found it sells for about $1200 not including shipping! I have it all set up & have put my older Kenmore machine on it. Unfortunately, I haven't had much time to play! I had a bit of trouble with my machine so this weekend I plan to try my newer Janome. I'm not sorry at all that I bought it, I know once I get going it will be great. I do know at this point I wish my machines had a bigger throat but like I said, I've not had enough time to work it. I wish I could help you more but maybe after this weekend I can add some info!
I didn't have to set up all the parts of the frame, just the larger pieces, so I wasn't stressed about putting it together once we got it home.
Maureen