whilst $43+K is more than loose change,....its only the cost of an average mid size sedan, Ford, Holden etc, so not really a unusual amount. BUT, you can bet that the Gaggia will be worth the same or possibly more in 5 years time, whilst the Falcon, would be down to about $15k by then ! The way interest rates are at the moment, this could be a smart buy ! ..not to mention one hell of a smart piece of coffee "bling" !