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buying a janome coverpro in Australia sewing machine
CJC4   Beginner AUSTRALIA Member since 2/4/12 Posts: 5	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/18/12 3:19 AM I am thinking of buying a Coverpro. Do they ever go on sale in Australia? I have been tracking prices for several months but they seem to sit at $699 - I assume I might get a bit of a discount if I pay cash. (Of course the Babylock coverstitch looks nice too, but it was $2295 - !!) I got my overlocker reduced $999 RRP to $625 (Bernina, on sale, then teacher's discount, even thought I don't teach Home Ec/Textiles). If the machines don't go on sale, I might as well just get one when I have saved up - otherwise I will wait (Christmas? Mothers' Day?) I live in Perth (Mandurah) WA.
Sarsez Intermediate AUSTRALIA Member since 7/2/09 Posts: 580	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 8/18/12 4:19 AM Check the Quokka or Gumtree. I picked mine up secondhand from the Quokka for $425 with lots of extra bits. ------ 24th Nov 12 to 28th Nov 13 Fabric and patterns rules for me. Remember to shop your stash girl! Remember to keep sewing to your wardrobe plan!
Vonnevo   Advanced AUSTRALIA Member since 10/25/04 Posts: 5655	Login to reply to this post In reply to CJC4 << 1 member likes this. Date: 8/18/12 4:27 AM Hi CJC4 I paid $699 for my CP1000 around 5 years ago - or when they were first released here in Australia. I have bought a discounted item from a Janome dealer, I rang around dealers in my local area. I would ask if there is a better price or can the dealer add some accessories for the same price. The centre guide foot is a must, the detachable table is wonderful too. You might also ask about the CP in Perth on the Sewing Down Under thread, in case your post is missed. ------ Vonne šOš Brisbane Australia --------------------------------- Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age and dreams are forever. We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.
Sew4Fun Advanced AUSTRALIA Member since 6/23/04 Posts: 4838	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 8/18/12 6:13 AM I don't think it goes on sale very often as $699 is already a good price. At the quilting/craft shows I have seen it discounted but not by much. You could try Gumtree or the other similar sites for a second hand one. ------ Belinda. Melbourne, Australia http://sew-4-fun.blogspot.com/
CJC4   Beginner AUSTRALIA Member since 2/4/12 Posts: 5	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/19/12 0:31 AM Thank you for your comments and advice - will keep saving. I think the coverpro will be it. I can't bring myself to pay over twice as much for the Babylock coverstitch, compared to US prices. Twice as much seems like price gouging.
ChristmasHills   Intermediate AUSTRALIA Member since 1/27/10 Posts: 41	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 8/19/12 3:24 AM I just bought that machine for $599, my dealer said that was a special which all dealers should have at the moment. I am in NSW. ------ Christmas Hills Christine Central Coast NSW
Vellela   Advanced AUSTRALIA Member since 5/14/09 Posts: 73	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 8/19/12 10:37 PM I bought one two weeks ago and I love it soooo much! I paid $699 and got the clear foot thrown in. I have been watching it for a couple of years. The lowest price I have seen it was $650.00 but it was going to cost me that much in fuel to get there. Even at $699 I think its a great buy - so nice and easy to use. ------ Paula - Melbourne, Australia Risk...the chance that something great might happen...
CJC4   Beginner AUSTRALIA Member since 2/4/12 Posts: 5	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/28/12 1:26 AM so I've found a second hand Coverpro, serviced (trade in from someone who has bought a Babylock - maybe one day I'll do that too!) Serviced by reputable serviceman, who does all the schools in the area. $399.00 - am going to go see it tomorrow after work.
Lena Merrin Expert/Couture AUSTRALIA Member since 2/5/09 Posts: 477	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/28/12 1:29 AM Stop making me want it!! ------ www.thesewingspace.com
missticky2 Intermediate AUSTRALIA Member since 12/14/09 Posts: 123	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/28/12 8:21 PM I bought the demo machine in our store..I think I paid $599..just a few months ago. ------ Blessings Janice

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