I have 3 Pfaffs - not meaning to sound braggy. :oops:
My main machine is the 2058. I got it for a super price - supposedly, it's a closeout model, although Pfaff still has it on their site:
http://www.pfaffusa.com/126_240.html
I like the way it does the fancy stitches.
It tends to pull the starting corner into the feed dogs and when the bobbin runs low, it is a little annoying that it only moves at a snail's pace. My favorite part is that the machine can be set to lift the presser foot to various hights. It puts it back down when the foot control is pressed.
My backup machine is an older model. I think it's called the Quilt and Craft.
Then I have the 1200 GrandQuilter. It is a little louder than I expected and requires a lot of oil. I'm still waiting to set it up on the frame and need to withhold judgment.
Someone on this board gave an excellent comparison between the Pfaff and the Janome. I wish I could find it quickly. If I had to do it again, I would give the Janomes a look too.
ALso, check out the reviews on the Pfaff Expression line. Happy shopping.