Cagey,
I have discussed the pros and cons of buying a used machine at length with my husband. I am willing and interested in buying a used machine without a doubt, but this will be a once in a lifetime purchase for me. Knowing that the longarm I purchase will have to last the rest of life, which could be another 30 years or more makes me hesitant to invest in an older machine. My main concern with buying an older machine is that I wouldn't be able to get replacement parts when needed due to the age of the machine. I will be using the longarm mostly for personal use but hope to do some quilting for others or sell some of my quilts to supplement my retirement income when that time comes.
Liz F.