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  • joel_markus
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    Re: Olympia Cremina Coffee machine

    Originally posted by 2B293A213B79717E7D480 link=1308302389/18#18 date=1311934611
    I have a Cremina.
    seems i may have one soon too...

    getting VERY excited. thanks so much to Pedro at Coffeeparts for the help.

    woo hoo...

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  • caris1965
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    Originally posted by 213D2020373C263B3C33313D34343737520 link=1308302389/21#21 date=1312001593
    the Cremina is great no doubt. But for that money- get a Strega... I doubt very much the Cremina can compare to the Strega.

    as for the lusso being a hyundai compared to a rolls- well that may be true- but the Hyundai can beat the carp out of the rolls in some races: dual groups, thermosyphon group temperature stability.... hot water outlet- and larger boiler + half the price = not too shabby.
    Sorry - to clarify I meant the single. And you are correct of course re pricing. Although I suspect a new Lusso two group is still cheaper even than a good second hand Cremina.

    I would be far from unhappy owning a Hyundai Lusso.

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  • sorrentina
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    the Cremina is great no doubt. But for that money- get a Strega... I doubt very much the Cremina can compare to the Strega.

    as for the lusso being a hyundai compared to a rolls- well that may be true- but the Hyundai can beat the carp out of the rolls in some races: dual groups, thermosyphon group temperature stability.... hot water outlet- and larger boiler + half the price = not too shabby.

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  • caris1965
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    Re: Olympia Cremina Coffee machine

    Originally posted by 2C29232A192B27342D3335460 link=1308302389/19#19 date=1311951785

    do you mind if i ask where you got yours from...???

    thanks,
    By word of mouth from a private owner in Melbourne. He upgraded to a commercial machine. Some would say he downgraded.

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  • joel_markus
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    Re: Olympia Cremina Coffee machine

    Originally posted by 4644574C56141C1310250 link=1308302389/18#18 date=1311934611
    I have a Cremina. It is a Rolls Royce compared to a Hyundai Lusso.

    No comparison.
    do you mind if i ask where you got yours from...???

    thanks,

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  • caris1965
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    I have a Cremina. It is a Rolls Royce compared to a Hyundai Lusso.

    No comparison.

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  • beanflying
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    Dont give up hope on the Cremina there was at least 2 on evilbay last year. Personally I would buy a 2 group Lusso new from Sorrentina for not a lot more than a second hand Cremina. 

    Small caveat the Cremina is engineered heavier

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  • mr_fox
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    dont sigh joel, i too waited a while and then imported a 1976 cremina from swiss...paid the ransom but its in prestine condition.. a classy machine and fun to use.

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  • joel_markus
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    Originally posted by 497D6A7C67504C6069696A6A0F0 link=1308302389/12#12 date=1309653428
    Expect to pay the ransom
    sigh...

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  • joel_markus
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    Re: Olympia Cremina Coffee machine

    Hahaha...
    Sorry John, always worth an ask. I would never give up one of my babies - that would be a sacrifice too hard to bear!
    If anyone ever comes across one, either on here or somewhere else, I would love the opportunity to be a proud father of one myself.
    I have thought long and hard about all of the other choices around regarding lever machines. Its the one for me that follows the best function, size, and form (design) for my needs.
    Funnily enough, I have been working with both commercial and domestic machines for about 20 years, but never owned anything other than a stovetop (both Greek and Italian versions).
    I finally want to take the plunge (forgive the pun) and purchase a machine for home, and now (just my luck) cant find the one I want... Hahahaha!!!!
    I know that patience is a virtue, so will just have to wait for "the one". Ive waited this long, I can wait a little longer. :P
    Thanks for all the advice guys. Anyone else who has one, I would love to hear of your experiences with these amazing machines. Its always good to hear stories.
    Any photos of renovated or new machines would also be appreciated.
    Cheers,
    Joel

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  • jmc
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    Originally posted by 5B5E545D6E5C50435A4442310 link=1308302389/10#10 date=1309616599

    Wanna sell it?

    Hahahaha...  But no, seriously!
    No way ! Actually I would, if I thought there was any chance of replacing it.

    John

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  • Fresh_Coffee
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    Yes that about sizes it up VicR

    Joel,
    Re possible Australian agent:

    I initiated a dialogue with the manufacturer 2 or 3 years ago with a view to looking into establishing market for the Cremina in Australia.

    At the time, the discussion failed because the manufacturer expected to charge retail price for a (admittedly small) quantity buy. I dont expect there would be any retail sales made after a further margin was added to cover the cost of import, spare parts and service backup, and fair profit.....

    So unless someone else tried since then, at the moment it would appear the only way is to go it alone and import direct.

    Clients also need to realise, despite the kind of *artiifcially inflated* level of interest generated in these site for these specilised products, the volume of real sales opportunites will usually be very very low and not really worth someone who wants to sell real numbers, taking them on. The manufacturers realise this.

    I would expect if the manufacturer has since found an Australian importer, that any direct enquiry to Switzerland would be quickly passed on to the local contact.

    Expect to pay the ransom

    Rgdz,
    Attilio
    very first CS site sponsor.

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  • vicroamer
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    In addition to home use I reckon a Oly Cremina would be ideal for a caravan/motorhome, not many used ones come up locally though, but I suppose if one can afford a Winnebago then one could afford a newie.

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  • joel_markus
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    Originally posted by 33343A590 link=1308302389/9#9 date=1309604602
    I have one 
    I bought it in Australia (240 v) and restored it completely - Powder coated the frame and body and replaced all the seals. That was it, one of the easiest restorations Ive done. A beautifully built machine which makes great coffee.
    Wanna sell it?

    Hahahaha... But no, seriously!

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  • jmc
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    I have one
    I bought it in Australia (240 v) and restored it completely - Powder coated the frame and body and replaced all the seals. That was it, one of the easiest restorations Ive done. A beautifully built machine which makes great coffee.

    I you want a machine thats acknowledged as being the best built lever on the market then go for it.

    But, If you want the best coffee its not necessary to spend so much.

    I also own a Caravel, Micro Casa, Mini Gaggia plus some commercial sized levers and an E61 pump machine for the crowds. All make great coffee.
    Of all these, the Micro Casa makes the best coffee and is the most " tunable " It brings out flavours in coffee that no other machine Ive used can. Its also very well built.

    John

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