Originally Posted by
ManiacQuilter2
i am sorry to say, you should test drive numerous machines before you jump in to buy. You will have no support from a retailer and there is nothing worst than finding out that another model might have suited you better. It is just like buying a car, you need to get out there and test drive a lot of machines.
With my last two Pfaffs I had zero dealer support. I bought my Janome in November from a dealer who also sells Brother and hates Janome (have no idea why she sells them). Not having dealer support is not the be all to end all.