Birdlady Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 I have a chance to purchase a 2003 Ulitmate I (works) with bobbins, VHS tapes, and 4 pantos for $2700. There is a 14' track the machine runs on and there is the glide section attatched to the bottom of the machine. How can I get pricing for a frame or the rest of what is missing. I wasn't ready to get a machine yet, but this sounded like it might be a good opportunity. Any thoughts? Birdlady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aleksich Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 Hi, You might want to offer less money. I paid $3000.00 for an UTL 1, on a 14 foot frame with tons and I mean tons of fabric, thread, pantos, seger, cutting table and so on and so on.... What is the going price in your area? I would call APQS and see what a frame would cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qltdia Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 I have a 2001 Ultimate 1. I was told by an APQS dealer that the value for machine and table is about $5000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamu Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 I would contact APQS as to the pricing for what you might be missing. For a table and other misc parts that probably would be needed to get this baby up and humming nicely, they can help you the best. I think $2700 for a partial machine, might be a bit much?? I purchased my Ult11 with stitch regulator (Ult 1 does not have SR) for $3500 and everything was complete with 12' table. The SR to add is around $3K, so that is something to consider if you are wanting a SR. Do some more research and make some calls to find out just how much you might be spending to get the machine the way you want it to be, before committing to the purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepinesquilter Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 What I'm understanding is you have the table track and machine track but not the frame or rollers- is this the one listed on eBay? You would need to find 3-4 roller bars and the legs which will quite possibly be very spend if not hard to locate. I have extra table legs but no rollers to help you out. I would think you would do better finding a setup that was complete, jmho, for the price it would take to get a complete table. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katydids Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 You are looking at about $1100.00 for the set of 4 rollers. I don't know what APQS charges for the legs. I agree with the others above, trying to piece parts together, you would end up spending much more than finding a complete set up. Of course, you could offer much less and see if they take it. I would also question the 2003 date? the Millenium came out in 2000 or 2001, and I am pretty sure they replaced the Ultimate 1, so that date seems kind of questionable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgardog Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 Dave Jones can help with a table as he has extras. (Deloa's husband) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdlady Posted March 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2013 Thanks for all the great advice. I have left a message and an e-mail with APQS and hopfully will hear from them Monday. I was already thinking of offering less, maybe $1500-$2000. They gave me the price of $2700 not realizing it needed a frame. The 2003 date is on the plate attached to the machine that has motor and amp information on it. I am also going to find out the serial number to get an accurate date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdlady Posted March 24, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2013 Marci, I just check on ebay and yes that is the machine I was looking at. I live an hour from where it is located in Tampa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimerickson Posted March 24, 2013 Report Share Posted March 24, 2013 I saw that listing too. I would not buy it unless I could get it for $1000 -!200 or less. You have no idea what's been up with the machine. What else is missing? In my opinion (and I'm pretty brave when it comes to taking chances with used stuff) there's just too much risk. If you can buy it cheap, then you can afford to pay to have whatever needs fixing. I'd wait and watch for a good deal on a complete running set up. Just my take on it. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdlady Posted March 26, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2013 Thanks again for all the good advice. APQS called me back and I feel confident they will be able to fine me a setup at a low price for my starting out. I donate my time and supplies to quilting ladies and teaching girls to sew, so my own funds are very limited. With a long arm I feel I could do so much more for others, and also raise money to continue my quest. A special camp (Camp Boggy Creek) is dear to our hearts and is always in need of quilts for the beds if anyone has a desire and time. God Bless to all, Birdlady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdlady Posted April 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2013 Okay, I found another possible machine. It is a 2007 Millennium with power fabric advance, standard 12' table, stencils, 12 pantos, manual, dvd, bobbins, needles etc. original owner with original boxes. I can get it for $9000. Does this sound like a better deal for me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witha'K'quilting Posted April 2, 2013 Report Share Posted April 2, 2013 That is a good deal for $9k. Will keep its value I think better. And, the millie has stitch regulation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted April 2, 2013 Report Share Posted April 2, 2013 I think you will be happier with the power advance and newer machine . My machine is only 1 year older than that one and it is a great machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamu Posted April 2, 2013 Report Share Posted April 2, 2013 I agree that this machine sounds like it would be better for you and it has lots of nice extras too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepinesquilter Posted April 2, 2013 Report Share Posted April 2, 2013 Sounds like you found a good deal - and a great machine! Hope you soon have a new friend to bond with! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdlady Posted April 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2013 Hurray!!! I just brought my millie home. She is upstairs in her new room and will be put together tomorrow. I tried her out and used the fabric advance and laser. Everything worked great. Beautiful stitching. Thanks for all the great advice and support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachside Quilter Posted April 3, 2013 Report Share Posted April 3, 2013 Congratulations, enjoy your new machine!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepinesquilter Posted April 4, 2013 Report Share Posted April 4, 2013 Awesome!! And congrats - you will be busy, busy, busy now!! Enjoy yourself with your new machine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witha'K'quilting Posted April 4, 2013 Report Share Posted April 4, 2013 Awesome. Enjoy your millenium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdlady Posted April 5, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 5, 2013 Thank you all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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