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What machine to buy for sub $900
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Also set up alerts on Gumtree and FB MarketPlace rather than look. Pick carefully as there is a lot of crap out there - look for home use only (look at pics question user) and IMO avoid ex-cafe / battered machines. I picked up my Bezerra BZ02S from GT for a lot less than your budget and it's done me very well. Grinder too, but finding that more of a minefield.
If you are in SEQ then pm as I know of a HX machine going cheap.
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Would say that the breville dual boiler can be had for $900 of you waited for the right sale
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The OP says that his mate has a semi-decent grinder....though we don't know exactly what that is.
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Don't forget that he'll need a grinder too!! I reckon a used Silvia or Gaggia Classic with a used Rancilio Rocky grinder? They come up quite often, and many are barely used (just avoid older ones). I even saw "display model" Gaggia Classic Pro's for $399 recently, so keep an eye out!
For example:
https://coffeesnobs.com.au/forum/mar...sed-april-2021
Leaves you with enough for a used grinder within budget.....
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What machine to buy for sub $900
Hi everyone, I've had a Rancilio Silvia for about 8-10 years or so and it's amazing for what I need, I love it.
I have a mate who has a $200 Breville from Kmart and he wants to upgrade to something better but sub $900 if possible. He has a semi decent grinder already.
I've been out of the looking at / buying a machine game for a long time because my Silvia works perfectly for me - so I have no idea what to recommend to him or whats available at the moment. When I bought the Silvia it was considered the best entry level home machine for around $1000. They currently retail at around $1100 - he would possibly increase his budget if I convinced him it was definitely the best way to go.
Can anyone send me some suggestions of machines around the $800-900 mark OR if I should just convince him to get the Silvia, and some beanbay suppliers who I should send him the link to support.
Thanks!
Anthony

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