Originally Posted by
janegb
I paid $200 for my mocha colored 301, and traded my Singer 2010 plus $50 for my Black 301A, which amounted to $300 for the 301A. In this area (Stuart/WPBeach/Jensen Beach, FL) if you can find one for less than $300 it would be a bargain. The 301 was purchased last year, and the 301A last week. I love the 301s, wonderful workhorses. Good luck with your search. Whichever you get, am certain you will love it.
I was not able to test out the machine, but a visual inspection showed it to be in great condition (well, at least to the my untrained machine inspector eyes :-)). It did have the bobbin case, 4 bobbins, an automatic zigzagger (with 4 stitch patterns & an instruction book), a buttonholer (with 9 templates & instruction book), an original 301 manual plus a photocopied/bound version, and several attachments. The cord/pedal appeared to be in great shape. Even though I couldn't test out the machine, I went on and purchased it b/c the price was only $61.00 before tax!
I can't wait until I get home tonight and can test out my new machine!!!!