Is the Celestron C6 R-GT 150mm Refractor a good buy?

[warpfactor999]

I'm thinking about getting a new scope. I used to have a 6" homemade reflector that my dad made from an Edmond Scientific mirror kit. It would go to 400 power. No clock drive. Still it was pretty kick! Anyways..I no longer have it but I am looking at new scopes. The Celestron looks to be a great package....but at $1,100 (new)....would I be getting a scope that would impress me? Also would it be easy to use? What accessories would I need such as lenses or whatever. Can anybody offer an opinion? Thanx.....Warpfactor999