craftgrrl | Sewing machine opinions sought

Hello :)

I'm in the market for a cheap, dependable machine. Costco has a Brother XR-52C for only $119 and change - within the budget - but I'm not finding that model on any of the review sites. I've heard good and bad things about the brother machines. Anyone have any advice? It comes with a hard case, which I really like, and has 52 stitches and a removable arm part.

I'm looking to do basic sewing, clothes mostly...and a few crafts.

Here's the link to the machine, if you're interested.... http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?prodid=10023464&ec=BC-EC877-CatHome&pos=3

Thanks for any advice!