I have a Babylock Protoge' that is about 20 years old. I've never had a problem with it. I don't use it a lot but it works well when I want it. I use it to make square dance clothes and other apparel. I don't use it for quilting. I don't know what it would be worth today but it's a good machine. I bought an old, used Singer serger at an auction last year for $20.