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You could get a Saeco Via Venezia for around $400.Makes a decent coffee and it is a well built machine.Also if he is keen he could depressureise the portafilter that comes with the machine and buy the older style pannarello (approx. $30) to make some great microfoam.
He may need/want a proper tamper, milk jug, thermometer, tamper, knock box and of course some freshly grounded coffee if you do not buy a grinder so he can use on Christmas Day.