I want to buy a better sewing machine...1 year from now

[Grebo]

Sawdustar,

I like the Pfaff machines.  We have four of them, a  Pfaff 130, Pfaff 138, Pfaff 545 and a Pfaff 1245.  I understand they are expensive to repair when they break but I haven't had one break yet and the Pfaff 130 has been around since the 1950's. I wouldn't be surprised if it probably sewed a few poodle skirts as well as sails.

I really like the Pfaff 1245.  The machine is a beast and it keeps on going without giving us any trouble no matter what type of material we throw at it.  $1500.00 should get you one in the current market.  Maybe even less.

Hey Jim, as you have both to use, whats the difference's between the 545 & the 1245. I believe the 1245 is the replacement for the 545, how does it compare ?  
I am happy with my 545 & was looking at replacement cost if it was necessary.