While I already commented, I had to say that I agree with Prism99 - don't get fixated on the Juki just because you're a little hesitant to drive a little distance.
I spent 4 years (yes, FOUR YEARS!!) test driving several different machines - and I have to say that the Voyager that Prism99 has was also at the top of my list. You say that you worry about investing $9000 in a machine, but you're not crazy about driving around to try the different ones.
Take the time to drive.
You won't be sorry in the long run.
I went to the big AQS show when it came to Nashville, and while I of course spent some time looking at all the beautiful quilts, I spent most of the 4 days test-driving ALL 13 different brands of machines. And I tried them all at least 3-4 times, if not more.
And my favorites? Surprisingly enough, the Voyager and the Tin Lizzie. And the price was not the only deciding factor.
You need to think of it this way - you wouldn't buy just the first car you saw - you would go to several different dealerships and try other makes and models, until you found the one that was "just right". This investment should not be any less important.
OK, off my soapbox now.
Again, good luck!!