Originally Posted by zozee

You got a fabulous deal if it works, and I would take the risk on a seller with a 100% satisfaction rating. The last thing they want is negative feedback. You have the upper hand with your ability to give feedback ratings and comments. I have the Janome 8200 which is about 2 models newer than the 6600. When I was looking, I was very tempted by the 6600. Heard all good things. But the used ones were $700-1300 in my area on Craigslist, and NO dealers had them. People who have them keep them and love them, keep them and might still upgrade, keep them as back-ups or second machines. There's a theme here, see? They are very intuitive, easy to maintain, and do lovely stitches. Buy Janome parts for it, though. My entry-level electronic Janome (DC 1050) didn't like knock-off feet. Take a deep breath and look forward to Saturday!

I really think you're going to be happy with it.