You're correct. The original Italian company closed long ago. Amazon has a total of 6 reviews, and they don't really say anything specific about the machines. Janome makes good machines, so Necchi machines are probably good, but not to be compared to the great old Necchi machines. I apologize for acting like a "knowitall", but I have learned a couple things in 15 years of collecting vintage machines.
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sandyms
Necchi sewing machines are no longer made, the company has been bought by Janome.