I forgot to mention that you can get a brand new Bailey's 17" for a few hundred dollars more without the frame. They have amazing customer service, and it is backed by Bailey's 25 year warranty on mechanical parts. Take a good look at them at
www.baileyssewingcenter.com
Right now they have a special on demo/classroom machines that have been used as little as 10 hours. They are made in the US and they are a family business. Good luck!