Check with local sewing machine dealers and repair shops. The dealers have trade ins and sometimes people don't come back for a machine they are having repaired. I bought 2 used Pfaffs for $200 and $400 from a Bernina dealer who used to sell Pfaffs. I got a year warranty and a free cleaning at the end of the year. The $400 one was barely used. It may take a little time on your part to check around but it could be worth it. And there is always yard sales, estate sales and CL.