I too have been pricing the 8200 and the 8900 in my 3 fairly local dealerships. One store quoted MSRP minus 30%. Another store was slightly less and the third would not discuss price and would have to order the machine. It has been suggested that the foot control on the 8200 is rather flimsy but the 8900 could be ordered for it at a cost of about 89.00 and the acrylic extension table can be ordered on line for $109 plus S&H. Now comes the part I hate the most... haggling over further discounts and the extras that might sweeten the deal. Unfortunately, my 3 week bout of the H1N1 flu has stopped me in my tracks so I will be watching this thread with great interest.