I do want to do FMQ and that has been my issue. I can only cover the feed dogs on the Singer and I don't have a foot that would work, so would have to purchase. Plus the throat is small at 5" which is pretty limiting, so I have ruled that one out for anything but piecing. The throat on the Elna is small too. And not in a cabinet.
I guess the real question is for the Necchi - it has the largest throat and the most powerful motor, but as a new quilter and a not-super-experienced sewer, I figured I am going to have to pay someone to instruct me on getting me up to speed on using it for FMQ. I am trying to reduce frustration on my part and perhaps selling the Elna and putting that money (plus, plus) toward a new mid-arm machine. I realize I am speaking to the vintage fans here, so be gentle.