I agree with QuiltE. If you are happy with the 820 other than embroidery, than keep it and look for just an embroidery, or trade up to an 830. If you are used to sewing on a Bernina, you may not be happy with a different sewing machine. I have had heard good things about the Brother Dreamweaver but am not familiar with other brands. I own the Bernina 820 and have a 440 that has embroidery on it. I love the 820. I also agree with the others, beware of this dealer, what he is telling you does not seem right. Why don't you sell it on ebay, and skip the middle man?