I wouldn't pay that much! For that much or maybe pitching in a little more, you should be able to get a pretty good new machine! Do you absolutely have to have a Bernina? I think I'd look at a Babylock or Brother. I picked up a brand new Babylock Journey for $6000 just last year. It's an awesome machine! Does everything but make my bed! Look around and don't be afraid to try and talk the price down The list price on my Journey was $9000, so there is a huge markup.