Lathe/Mill Purchase

Since I am a newbie at this and am learning the basics I need some
advice . Please give some advice on the follwing machines:

Harbor Freight 12" X 36" Lathe (item #33274) On sale for $1699
Mill Drilling Machine (item #42827)On sale for $999

Are these machines good for learning and give pretty good accuracy?
Would they convert to CNC pretty easy on down the road?
Anything else in this price range any better?

I don't know if this is off subject, but I have to start somewhere so
I can finally get on subject.

Any and all replys will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

J. Bunn