Lenore Posted November 10, 2020 Report Share Posted November 10, 2020 I have an opportunity to buy an Ultimate II machine and table. It is approximately 20 years old. Can someone give me the pros and cons? Also, what is a good price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted November 10, 2020 Report Share Posted November 10, 2020 Contact APQS with the serial number (it's older than 20 years because the Millie debuted in 2000 and the Ulties were no longer branded with that name after). Before you do, get specifics from the owner---serial number, how many owners, how much wear/use, last service, show that it's working now and hopefully been maintained correctly, any upgrades like new wheels, new table, etc. And look elsewhere for comparable models and pricing. Remember that any you find on line haven't sold so either there isn't a market or they are over-priced. Also contact the closest APQS rep/dealer and ask for help. What are they asking? If it's more than $3,000, I'd be very careful and do some research. There's an Ultimate l on the longarm University machines-for-sale site for $2000 but since they reduced it from $4000, it may be a desperation sale. These are non-stitch-regulated workhorses and you can find bargains out there. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenore Posted November 11, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2020 The woman who owned it I believe has died and her daughter that doesn’t quilt is selling it. It is marked less than $1000. She should be able to find the serial number. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenore Posted November 11, 2020 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2020 New motor 2013 otherwise no service that she knows about. She couldn’t find the serial number Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted November 11, 2020 Report Share Posted November 11, 2020 That's a great price---even if it needs some work, everything is repairable/replaceable. Please let us know what you decide. Exciting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamu Posted November 11, 2020 Report Share Posted November 11, 2020 $1,000 ?? BUY IT!!! I have an ULT2 and love it... a total work horse machine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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