Professional Lusso (LPLPLQ01EU)

Not op, but I can fix everything myself that ever needs attending to in my La Pavoni Professional Lusso. The electronics fit in the size of the cigarette box. Or less.

A manual lever is like driving a stick vs an automatic car. The lever gives you all the control and the best shots I’ve ever had are with profiles only possible on a lever (or very expensive computerized machines). If you are a little adventurous go with a lever machine. Starting with a Flair/Cafelot/LaPavoni/Odyssey will let you learn a lot and make unbeatable extractions. If you don’t need to steam milk then a Flair58 is an excellent choice (I love mine!) and no temperature management like an LP. If a steam wand is important then LaPavoni or Odyssey Argos. If you just want you push a button and get a decent shot easy, then Bambino is for you. And don’t forget there is no good shot without a good grinder.

I'm not a pro here, but I bought a La pavoni Professional broken, which I'm currently rebuilding. You can buy every part on these, and instructions for repairing them are plentiful online. They have been making these since like 1961 or something

A La Pavoni Europiccola or Professional could be a good option for you. It will last you a life time, repairs are simple and parts are easily found. Makes traditional espresso and built to last.

I would compare it to an Alfa Romes Spider from the 60s https://preview.redd.it/gn5mi5a24wwg1.png?width=1958&format=png&auto=webp&s=9a453a40a3aabe17962da4cf0b749201e49990ba Amazing 60s design, simple, but enjoyable to use, questionable quality in some areas and will break easily if not maintained properly.