I'm a big fan. And if I was you I would look for a nicer used one. The older ones usually have nicer wood on them, and as mentioned there's rumor of quality issues with newer ones. I shot mine last friday to make sure it's all ready for deer season. And did this.
The first two shots were low left. I adjusted the scope and shot the three shot group, then adjusted again and hit right in the center. I shot another group just like the 3 shot group on another target and kept it right in the center but didn't get a picture. This is at 100 yards. COuldn't be happier with a lever gun. Short, quick, consistent and accurate. Tough to beat. I have the Marlin as a "backup" to my remmy 700 .30-06 but the last two years I've found myself just carrying the Marlin.
-Jake