I have an older version of this machine, I paid 300.00 about 7 years ago from Sears. This machine is a "janome for sears" meaning the model was made for sale at only sears stores....its a sweet machine. I have an embroidery machine that is a Babylock which does not free motion quilt (an early model)
I use the Janome exclusivly for my free motion work. This is a good deal!