If you are close to a Viking dealer, I would check on their gently used machines. Our dealer takes trade-ins on upgrades, and you can get some great buys. I am on my 2nd. Viking (dau. has my first on a long term loan) and have had great experiences with them. A gal friend recently treated herself to an adopted (used) Viking and feels like she has died and gone to heaven compared to her old machine. Good luck whatever you chose, you will want to shop carefully, as will be with you a long time.