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    Old 03-13-2012, 12:19 PM
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    Hi

    I have the opportunity to buy a Brother PC-8200. It is about 10 years old but appears to be well cared for. I would love to hear any and all thoughts/opinions, pros/cons, etc. about this machine.

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    Old 03-13-2012, 12:23 PM
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    I really like mine. Does beautiful embroidery.
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    Old 03-13-2012, 01:29 PM
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    Thanks - that's good to know. I notice the machine that I'm going to see has PE design ver 4.0 for Windows 95/98 or later. My computer isn't new and runs XP. Is there going to be a need to upgrade the software on the Brother? LOL - clearly, I have no idea about computerized machines.
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:14 PM
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    I'm pretty sure they stopped making this machine a lot longer than 10 years ago--I had an 8500, and I bought it in 1998. It was the model after the 8200. Not to take from the machine, they are great sewing and embroidery machines--I just wanted to let you know it is quite a bit older than 10 years.
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:48 PM
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    Thanks, Regina. It probably is older - the seller was a little vague about when she bought it. The more I think about it, the less I think it is the machine for me. If the electronics go on it, it probably isn't worth the $ to repair (assuming parts would even be available now).
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    Old 03-13-2012, 06:07 PM
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    I haven't had that model, but I have had several Brother sewing/embroidery machines and I loved them.
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    Old 03-14-2012, 09:48 AM
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    I LOVE my 2 Brother machines also!
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    Old 03-14-2012, 11:26 AM
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    Just a caution : I had to buy a 700II because the touch screen was failing to respond and I was told they are not making the motherboard for these anymore. It is still my favorite machine for embroidery!
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    Old 03-14-2012, 05:25 PM
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    Tammy - You've just confirmed one of my biggest concerns. It might be great for a little while or a long while but I could find myself with a rather expensive boat anchor! I did see it today and it made a lovely stitch. I was sorely tempted but know that I probably wouldn't use it enough to justify the purchase.
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