Originally Posted by
ManiacQuilter2
You do have to test drive them. Don't expect to get much quality with your budget. I bought my Bernina 1530 for $1,000 in the early 90's. It still is still running great. I went from a Singer (1970) to my Bernina. No regrets!
And you could probably sell your old Bernina for about the same price you paid...they hold their value unbelievable well.