Really good advice! Also, I would add that the dealer (at least for me) makes a Huge difference. Is there one close enough to teach you how to use it? To come fix, adjust, troubleshoot for you? How about add ons, accessories & parts? Will you be able to order what you want? Or are you close enough to go and look at new features as they come up?
The dealer who sold mine to me is incredible. She has come to my home, free of charge (over 100 miles round trip) twice to troubleshoot a problem, and she comes (at a cost) on 'spa day' every year or so for cleaning/oiling/maintenance. (I've only had it long enough for one spa day). She also offered free lessons, which I took full advantage of. And she continues holding monthly classes to groups in her shop. Lots of inspiration and help there.
Just a thought....
