Did I make a mistake buying the Janome 6600?
#22
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Twin Cities, MN
Posts: 1,141
I think you got a GREAT deal! The 6600 has an on/off button, so I never, ever use my foot pedal. I only dig it out when my 12 year old daughter uses it. Purchasing all the feet that it normally comes with could be speedy, but when I consider which feet I use, I'd only purchase the open toe accufeed foot, 1/4" foot with metal edge, zipper foot, standard foot and open embroidery foot, oh, and the fmq foot... You'll still come out ahead. I regularly see 6600 machines on craigslist for anywhere from $800- $1500 and they always sell.
#23
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Augusta, Maine
Posts: 363
If it works that is a good price. I paid 1075.00 four years ago but it was on a janome sale. They go usually from 1200-1500. I have never used my foot pedal as it has the automatic stop start button and my small janome's foot pedal was broken and a friend told me to try to get used to it without it. I have never missed it. Wishing you the best of luck.
#24
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Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 9,299
You got a fabulous deal if it works, and I would take the risk on a seller with a 100% satisfaction rating. The last thing they want is negative feedback. You have the upper hand with your ability to give feedback ratings and comments. I have the Janome 8200 which is about 2 models newer than the 6600. When I was looking, I was very tempted by the 6600. Heard all good things. But the used ones were $700-1300 in my area on Craigslist, and NO dealers had them. People who have them keep them and love them, keep them and might still upgrade, keep them as back-ups or second machines. There's a theme here, see? They are very intuitive, easy to maintain, and do lovely stitches. Buy Janome parts for it, though. My entry-level electronic Janome (DC 1050) didn't like knock-off feet. Take a deep breath and look forward to Saturday!
I really think you're going to be happy with it.
I really think you're going to be happy with it.
Last edited by zozee; 08-10-2016 at 05:02 AM.
#25
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: United States
Posts: 2,222
I just won a bid on EBay for a Janome 6600 sewing machine for $300 (and $42 shipping). It was sold as is without its original power cord or a foot peddle. It comes with no attachments or anything else that usually comes with the machine. The only assurances that I have that the machine works is from the seller. It should arrive at my house by Saturday.
Here is the bid picture for the machine: http://www.ebay.com/itm/201636572582...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
I calculated that it will cost me about $100 to get a foot peddle, cord and bobbins; so it raises the price to $400.
I am so nervous, do you think I did the right thing buying this pig in a poke? Or do you think I should have passed on the deal. Of course, it is too late now to have 'buyer's regret'.
Does anyone have any suggestions about getting the accessories for these as inexpensively as possible?
Here is the bid picture for the machine: http://www.ebay.com/itm/201636572582...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
I calculated that it will cost me about $100 to get a foot peddle, cord and bobbins; so it raises the price to $400.
I am so nervous, do you think I did the right thing buying this pig in a poke? Or do you think I should have passed on the deal. Of course, it is too late now to have 'buyer's regret'.
Does anyone have any suggestions about getting the accessories for these as inexpensively as possible?
#26
Super Member
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: United States
Posts: 2,222
You got a fabulous deal if it works, and I would take the risk on a seller with a 100% satisfaction rating. The last thing they want is negative feedback. You have the upper hand with your ability to give feedback ratings and comments. I have the Janome 8200 which is about 2 models newer than the 6600. When I was looking, I was very tempted by the 6600. Heard all good things. But the used ones were $700-1300 in my area on Craigslist, and NO dealers had them. People who have them keep them and love them, keep them and might still upgrade, keep them as back-ups or second machines. There's a theme here, see? They are very intuitive, easy to maintain, and do lovely stitches. Buy Janome parts for it, though. My entry-level electronic Janome (DC 1050) didn't like knock-off feet. Take a deep breath and look forward to Saturday!
I really think you're going to be happy with it.
I really think you're going to be happy with it.
#27
Super Member
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: United States
Posts: 2,222
I just won a bid on EBay for a Janome 6600 sewing machine for $300 (and $42 shipping). It was sold as is without its original power cord or a foot peddle. It comes with no attachments or anything else that usually comes with the machine. The only assurances that I have that the machine works is from the seller. It should arrive at my house by Saturday.
Here is the bid picture for the machine: http://www.ebay.com/itm/201636572582...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
I calculated that it will cost me about $100 to get a foot peddle, cord and bobbins; so it raises the price to $400.
I am so nervous, do you think I did the right thing buying this pig in a poke? Or do you think I should have passed on the deal. Of course, it is too late now to have 'buyer's regret'.
Does anyone have any suggestions about getting the accessories for these as inexpensively as possible?
Here is the bid picture for the machine: http://www.ebay.com/itm/201636572582...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
I calculated that it will cost me about $100 to get a foot peddle, cord and bobbins; so it raises the price to $400.
I am so nervous, do you think I did the right thing buying this pig in a poke? Or do you think I should have passed on the deal. Of course, it is too late now to have 'buyer's regret'.
Does anyone have any suggestions about getting the accessories for these as inexpensively as possible?
#30
Super Member
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Flagstaff, Arizona
Posts: 9,475
I would think that is a good price. I bought my Janome 6600 used and paid $1000.00. I bought it from our LQS where they service it completely before selling it. I felt it was better for me to have someone close in case I had any trouble with the machine. I love, love, love my Janome 6600. Hopefully, you can get a cord and foot pedal within your budget. Please let us know how your situation works out. I will be anxious to hear.
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