I read a very good hint on this board -- often machines are sold on ebay with "lost" cords or foot controls so the seller can claim "don't know whether it works or not because cord is lost" ! (Until I read this I couldn't believe how many machines were separated from such essential items!) so beware this type of listing -- there's often a lot more wrong with the machine.

My request at repair shops was met with, "Welcome to the world of electronic machines. Yes, they are that expensive. No generics are available." I am very curious about the innards of the foot control. What makes it worth so much money? Why can't I just use the foot cord and hardwire it to a generic foot controller? Inquiring minds want to know!!! :-)

gee, 20+ years ago my viking was stolen and they left the foot pedal and the presser feet, etc. i would be worried that any machine that came without parts may very well be " second-hand " by a two handed discounter.