That's too bad. I purchased a Bernina 1020 in 1992. I have it tuned up every 1 1/2 years and have never had a problem with it. In fact, every serviceman I had tune it up always tell me to never get rid of this machine. It is one of the last models made with metal parts. I love the machine and some day would love to have a sewing machine with a larger throat. But.... why bother since I've had so much luck with this one. I know a replacement would be made with plastic parts and not be the quality of the machine I have now. Good luck in your search for a new machine.