My older kenmore was bought about 77 or 78....what a work horse and she is still going and pampered but not used very much. I took her to the quilt class at school and 14/15 yearolds sewed on her without a hitch. My newer kenmore is a computerized 86 with alot of bells and whistles and she is still going strong and is my main machine. Never had a problem with either one...I have 2 brothers that I have the same luck with. those older kenmores weigh a ton and don't move real easy LOL, keep her oiled and she will be with you forever. LOL