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Buying Serger
Maggie.o1 Member since 1/22/13 Posts: 2	Login to reply to this post Like this post Subject: Help on Buying a Serger Date: 1/24/13 1:13 PM Hi all I am loving this site. I wondered if anyone could advise me. I have an opportunity to buy a second hand Elna 744 serger. The seller wants $400 for it and its about 10 years old, though in very good condition. What do folks think, is it worth buying or is it overpriced? Many thanks Maggie -- Edited on 1/24/13 1:42 PM --
PattiAnnJ   Advanced OH USA Member since 12/3/06 Posts: 5219	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 1/24/13 2:48 PM When was it last serviced and is there a receipt? If not, then offer $250. You will need to check the manual before purchasing to make sure all the accessories are being included. Service costs can run over $100. ------ “I don’t give them Hell, I just tell the truth about them and they think it’s Hell.” — Harry Truman
Maggie.o1 Member since 1/22/13 Posts: 2	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 1/24/13 4:21 PM Hi thank you so much for your advice. After checking with seller it all seemed a bit dodgy to me, she couldn't really tell me the age of the machine! Didn't have the receipt either! Needless to say I didn't buy it. I've gone instead for an ex demo Elna 654 from my local sewing machine shop. It's 6 months old, has all its bits and pieces and cost $300, and is serviced. I'll let you know how I get on with it if you like. Thanks again for your help :)
PattyGee   Intermediate MN USA Member since 11/12/03 Posts: 503	Login to reply to this post In reply to Maggie.o1 << 2 members like this. Date: 1/25/13 1:31 AM Hi Maggie, I think you made the right choice. I have a 704 DEX Elna about 14 years old, can't get parts for it easily. A $149 service bill last December for a stitch plate and timing issue, the first repair ever, it has been a good machine. I recently purchased a BL Enlighten, but am keeping my 704. Happy serging! ------ Patty Bernina 530, Bernina 200e with upgrade 730, Elna Quilter's Dream, Elna 434 Coverstitch, BL Enlighten Serger and Juki TL-2010Q.

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