Advice for beginner please: is this a good deal?
 

So I'm finding that my new hobby taken up while I can't ride my horses is *almost* as expensive as my horses. I cannot believe how much material costs! Yikes! Anyway, I found someone who is selling their "quilting workshop" as they describe it. I was mainly looking for material but this lot includes a Pfaff 7550. I've been sewing on a 20+ year old Babylock which I like (I think I like it, LOL, as I don't know anything different).

I was curious if anyone could give me any advice on this machine? The woman told me she had a local shop "rebuild and service" the machine last month and gave her a year (transferrable) warranty. Within the package, she's basically asking $500 for the machine. She said the machine was used for quilting. Other than the built in walking foot, would this machine suffice for beginner to intermediate-type projects? Does this seem like a fair price? I've Googled reviews on this machine and have only found a couple. I realize it's older....$500 still seemed a bit high?

Thank you for a newbie!!

Sorry, I can't help you with that, but there are great people on this board who can. Welcome!

Welcome to the board from Michigan!


I'm no help other than I did a search here on the board and came up with lots of threads. Try looking thru them for more information

Welcome to the board from Florida from another horse owner. All I can say about the machine is that I know that this particular brand is a good one and new ones are expensive. What else is she throwing in the package for 500.00? Or is that just for the machine? As for the question concerning projects, I would say yes it would be good for most quilting/sewing projects. I wish mine had a built in walking foot.
Sorry I'm not much help.

I really don't know whether that is a good price for that machine or not. However, I do think that if you're looking for a new machine you should try out several different models of several different brands and pick one that you really like, rather than jumping at a possible bargain that just happened to come your way. After you've looked at different machines you can come up with a list of the features you really want in a machine - automatic needle down? built in walking foot? automatic needle threader? stitch regulator? knee control to lift presser foot? The list goes on. At least spend some time with this Pfaff to determine whether you like it or not.

I had a Pfaff 7570 which I have sold. The German made Pfaffs were great machines. Parts, including the mother board, may be difficult to obtain if you need a repair. That would be my main concern.

I looked at this thread earlier, and didn't respond because I was assuming that you would get more answers...but, as you haven't had too many,...here is what I know. I know nothing about the machine you have asked about, but I have a Pfaff and love it. Mine is a different model, of course. I have had it four years, and the built in walking foot is the best thing!!

I think if you are interested in the machine, you should test drive it and see if you like it. To be honest, when I was looking for a machine, I tried all kinds of different machines, and I just got confused with so many choices. I ended up with a Pfaff because my sister has one and loves it. I had a sewing machine I liked, but my husband wanted to get me a new one for Christmas. I have no regrets about my machine.

So, that is what I know. I haven't googled it, but I assume you are doing that.

Good luck with your decision.

Dina

I don't have any advice on the machine but just wanted to say I know what you mean about the expenses with horses and quilts! I have 2 horses and quilt too. Both can suck your bank account dry but they are both so wonderful!!! Definitely worth it!!

It may be a little early to get answers. Just wait a while and you will.

My husband bought this machine at least 20 years ago and I loved it, especially the built in walking foot. When I started quilting I found that I really wanted a larger bed for more quilting room. I ended up giving it to a friend who's life was heartbreaking. I do remember being warned about the motherboard problems. It didn't have a drop in bobbin which was a very minor inconvenience. I don't recall a knee lift or needle down. I think it cost $2200 at that time as husband was unaware that sewing machine salesmen will dicker just like a car dealer. Based on my history I think the your asking price is a bit high.