Acorto 2500i - this fully-automatic espresso machine is usually used in a commercial setting and requires regular technician visits to maintain quality. Well, what about residential use? The unit has many settings that can be (and should be) adjusted to get the most out of your beans. Most of the adjustments can be performed right from the control panel, others require tools (but usually fairly simple). Also some basic maintenance can be easily performed.

La San Marco 85-16M-2 - I had planned on rebuilding the LSM but never quite had the extra time to do the full restoration. The unit has been given to someone planning on restoring it for use.