Breville BES840XL Infuser Espresso Machine Silver (LOVINGLY taken care of!)

  
This has been my go-to coffee source for the past couple of years, but I'm upgrading. This is a marvelous machine, quite a lot of capability and features for this price range -- a pressure gauge, a 3-way solenoid valve, automatic shot timing programmable! , automatic preinfusion, a nice hot water dispenser for making an Americano, a highly accurate 1600w thermocoil heating system for predictable stable temperatures, very quick heating (much faster than boiler machines), a very capable steam wand unlike the inadequate panarellos found on most budget priced machines, large removable water tank, and a solid 54mm portafilter with lots of 3rd party options including bottomless and wood handled models. This is really as easy as it gets for a full-featured espresso machine, and you can get some great shots out of it and then steam milk with a steam wand capable of pouring latte art. This is a popular model, as is its brother the Barista Express, so there are lots and lots of videos for how to prepare all sorts of drinks, how to steam milk for latte art, how to care for the machine, how to mod it (if that's your thing -- this one is unmodded), and how well various accessories work on it. Everything that came with the machine including the original box is included. All of it is in top condition. I've cared a great deal about this machine and meticulously cleaned and maintained it. It indicates when it is ready for a basic back-flushing (using Cafeza tablets or powder) or when it's time for a full descale (using any espresso machine descaling powder or liquid). I've done these every time when indicated as well as periodic manual cleanings between those indicated times.

I've kept the wand purged, flushed the grouphead, wiped it all down, and gotten all milk residue off the steam wand every single time I've used it. There is no caked on milk or coffee residue. The grouphead is sparkling clean. The steam wand is nice and clean, inside and out.

The only blemishes at all are a few minor scratches as I was storing my knock box on the drip tray when not in use, and I didn't notice until too late that it was gradually scratching the front. Otherwise, no dings or other cosmetic issues. The thing runs like a top.

This machine will last a good long time as it's solidly constructed and well engineered. When you pull out the drop tray, another drawer is behind it which will store most of the accessories (not pictured, unfortunately, but find photos online). Included items that are original to the unit everything that was originally in the box! Original magnetic tamper that stays underneath the overhang in its own indentation. Stainless steel milk 16 oz pitcher.

Single and double walled double-shot filter baskets, and single and double walled single shot filter baskets (total of 4). Water filter unit that goes into the water tank. Allen wrench for removing the grouphead screen (for deep cleaning, replacement, or upgrade to a precision model). Storage tray (fits behind the drip tray). Owner's manual and quick start guide sheet with easy cleaning instructions on back.

And in addition, a few additional goodies I've included. Bag of replacement water filter pods (I've used just one or two from the bag). Stainless steel portafilter dosing funnel ring (keeps from spilling coffee when you're grinding direct to the portafilter). Portafilter puck screen to help keep the grouphead clean (put on top of your coffee after tamping).

High quality Luxhaus calibrated spring-loaded tamper set to around 30 lbs of pressure to get a consistent tamp. For the best espresso possible, you will want to have a good espresso-grade grinder (NOT INCLUDED). You can use the pressurized double-walled portafilter baskets if you can only use pre-ground coffee or only have a lower-grade grinder, but you will get better shots if you use the single-walled baskets and grind with a decent grinder such as the Breville Smart Grinder Pro (the one I have -- I'm keeping it for my next machine) or the Baratza Encore. Taking the time to dial in the grind fineness to get proper pressure and 20-30 second brew time will be well worth the trouble.