Asking price for Bernina
#1
Asking price for Bernina
I have a chance to purchase a Bernina model 830 in a nice cabinet. Single owner. Looks very clean inside. They are asking $300. Is that a reasonable price?
#2
Super Member
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Greater Peoria, IL -- just moved!
Posts: 6,168
Prices vary widely across the country. Bernina made it confusing by reusing the numbers, there are two 830s. I'm guessing that is the 830 Record, which is generally regarded as a very good sturdy machine. I think, especially with cabinet, $300 sounds like a good deal.
The computerized/embroidery model 830 is not so well regarded -- but because of it's features is still around 3k.
The computerized/embroidery model 830 is not so well regarded -- but because of it's features is still around 3k.
#4
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Join Date: May 2008
Location: MN
Posts: 24,659
Bernina Recordd 830 - in good condition? I would consider $300 to be a steal for it. Especially if it still has "everything" with it.
Carrying case
Instruction manual
Presser feet and case/holder for them
Knee lift
Removable table (slides around free arm for when being used as a portable)
Power cords and control pedal
Carrying case
Instruction manual
Presser feet and case/holder for them
Knee lift
Removable table (slides around free arm for when being used as a portable)
Power cords and control pedal
#5
Super Member
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Houston, TX
Posts: 9,733
Bernina Recordd 830 - in good condition? I would consider $300 to be a steal for it. Especially if it still has "everything" with it.
Carrying case
Instruction manual
Presser feet and case/holder for them
Knee lift
Removable table (slides around free arm for when being used as a portable)
Power cords and control pedal
Carrying case
Instruction manual
Presser feet and case/holder for them
Knee lift
Removable table (slides around free arm for when being used as a portable)
Power cords and control pedal
#6
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Montana
Posts: 580
I have one of those and if I could find another for that price I would snatch it up. Mine has been working like a tip for about 40 years. I had to replace one gear when it cracked but that was simple and I love that machine!
#10
I have two 830 Records - all mechanical except for the belt. A bit of oil and it is a trooper - love it better than my newer BabyLock. You can purchase a walking foot if it doesn't have one . Although it is very heavy, it is the one I take and travel with in our RV