Like Rodney69, I also think they're great machines, but over priced.
I get all the reliability, durability, looks, options, and quality I need for a much lower price using NW, OAK, and A&A equipment.
Frankly, I don't give a rat's tail WHY they're overpriced.
All I care about is what I'm getting for my money.
If I'm not getting a substantially better machine to match the substantially higher price, I'm taking my business elsewhere.