I had a Designer I, which finally gave up the ghost. I happened on a super deal for an SE, so I got it. I LOVE that SE!!! Huge embroidery area, really nice stitches and it sews thru anything. The thing that I really like best is it is the quietest machine I've ever had. I took a class with Bonnie Hunter and she wanted to know which model it was because it was so quiet. Go for it. The price is OK, you will get a warranty and make sure you check on free user classes.