I bought mine a couple of years ago and paid 225.00 with a beautiful case and accessories. But I've also seen them listed in my area for 500.00. I couldn't tell if it sold or not. Do you know they are not as quiet as the black ones and they are a little smaller than the black ones as well? But they are as cute as could be!! I personally would keep looking on Craig's list in your area so you can test it out before purchasing. I've done a search every Thurs and Fri for estate sales with Featherweights and have come across a few of them. That's how I bought three of my black ones! You just have to be there when they open.