If you are wanting a FW because it is a FW, be prepared to pay more than you would for another machine that you might be wanting--I am like many of the ladies here who love the 301 as much as their FW, but it is still a 301, not a FW. Bite the bullet and buy one--one will lead to another (I have 5 now and the prices have ranged from $25 to $300). You will LOVE it, especially if you are accustomed to using only a straight stitch sewing machine. I hate it that people take advantage of the fact that they are "selling a FW because I know it is a collectible item" but that is the way of today's mentality. $50 is a good reasonable price for someone to ask for a machine the age and abilities of a FW, but that is only my opinion. I wouldn't sell one of mine for less than $200, with it in perfect condition and pretty and clean--but I'm not selling. JMHO. Good luck, and keep us posted.