I own 6600 and 7700 machines, both of them are fantastic. What I try to do if possible, is to buy my machines from the dealer, but at a quilt show. They often have show specials, either making it less expensive, or giving you extra goodies to go along with it, and you still get the benefit of the free classes or other perks. My 6600 came with a table, traveling cart, and a whole bunch of thread from Robinson-Anton in a fancy case (bought at a quilt show). I bought my 7700 directly from my dealer and got a discount because it was a used floor model. My 7700 works perfectly well, but sometimes I do wish I had bought it at the show, just to get the extras and also have it brand new without any dings or scratches. Good luck!