I bought the Janome DC 1050 online for $299 new last year when I was learning to quilt and wondering if this hobby would "stick" (It has! I'm addicted!). The DC 1050 is computerized and I love it. Intuitive, easy to read, good manual, reasonably priced accessories and the feet are compatible with my old mechanical Kenmore. Used ones don't come up often on Craigslist because they are just so darn reliable.