Last I heard Janome would not allow this machine to be sold through websites and only through dealers. I have seen prices on this particular machine range from $2500-$3700. I have this machine and love it. I found shopping for it to be frustrating because I was quoted different prices. I bought mine from a dealer in Pompano Beach Florida who has a large internet business along with his local shop. He was the one that told me about the restrictions on this machine. I'm not sure if they could do an over the phone sale and ship it or not. Other Janome machines can be sold on line and through places like HSN etc. If you can find a dealer that is within driving distance from where you live and you now know the price range to negotiate that might be the way to go. It is a rather intuitive machine so if you know how to sew you can figure out the machine without classes and such. As far as warranty repairs any Janome dealer honors that. You don't have to buy your machine from them. The large harp area on this machine makes it a dream to quilt with. Good luck with your search. You won't be disappointed with the machine.