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Saeco Classico Stainless Steel Espresso and Cappuccino Machine | 
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| Brand: Saeco
Temporarily Out of Stock...
But Amazon Should Have It
Rating:  10 reviews
Color: Stainless Steel
Fragile: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 17
Dimensions (in): 16.6 x 11.3 x 10
Model: 30061
UPC: 708461030061
EAN: 0708461030061
ASIN: B00005LVWP
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| Features:
| • | 15-bar pump; brews 1 or 2 cups of espresso with the push of a button | | • | Hot-water/steam wand with milk-frothing attachment for cappuccino or latte | | • | Uses ground coffee or coffee pods; removable 86-ounce water tank; heated cup storage | | • | Includes 2 espresso cups and saucers, 12 espresso pods, instruction video, and coffee book | | • | Ships within US only; does not ship to Canada |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.com Review
All it takes is a push of a button to brew one or two cups of espresso with this traditional pump-driven, made-in-Italy machine. A hot water/steam wand with a milk-frothing attachment then converts the espresso into a cappuccino or latte. For convenience, the filter holder accepts either ground coffee or preground coffee pods, and the 1,250-watt machine requires no waiting time between brewing and frothing. Clad in handsome, satin-finish stainless steel, the machine is a compact 11-3/4 inches high, 8 inches wide, and 9-1/4 inches deep and weighs 17 pounds. It has a removable, transparent, 86-ounce water tank and heated cup storage on the top. Cleaning the removable parts requires nothing more than soaking in soapy water, rinsing, and drying, and the exterior cleans with a damp cloth. Included with the machine, which carries a 1-year warranty against defects, is a starter kit with 2 espresso cups and saucers, 12 espresso pods, an instruction video, and a coffee-lore book. --Fred Brack
Product Description
Be a proud owner of this high-end espresso coffee machine that combines all the key elements of a true espresso machine with a sleek and elegant stainless steel body. Not only will it look great on your counter, it also epitomizes Saecos top quality products to make mouthwatering espressos, cappuccinos and lattes. Featuring a 15-bar pump, a pod adaptable pressurized filter holder for use with ground coffee or pods, a cup warming surface, an exclusive pannarello milk frothing device and a removable 80 oz water tank. 8x11.75x9.25 in. Weight: 17lbs. .
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| Customer Reviews: Read 5 more reviews...
 Don't do it!!!! September 12, 2006
DC Mom (Washington, DC USA)
A family member purchased a new Saeco Classico Stainless Steel Espresso and Cappuccino Machine for us two years ago for Christmas and it has been a nightmare. After three months the machine stopped working and after several attempts to reach Saeco we received a Return Authorization Form. We sent the machine back to Saeco, at our cost, and they did not fix it properly. We then re-returned the machine to Saeco, again after receiving another return authorization form and again at our cost, and the same machine was returned to us. The Espresso machine has never really worked right and Saeco refused to send us a new one even after many telephone calls and a conversation with the supervisor.
Just today, I tried to use the machine which I periodically do since it cost $400 and I was lucky today as it worked but now the inside pipes (or something) seem to have corroded and specks of black/ gold are coming out into the espresso cups.....I can honestly say that this is the worst gift we have ever received. Please do not give this machine to anyone you like!
 I own the Saeco Classico in black August 19, 2005
S. Jeffords (Denver, CO)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I own the Saeco Classico in black. I've had it for about 1 and a half years and love it. Great tasting cappuccinos and espresso. It takes a little getting used to, and a little time to make, but once you get it down, its not too bad. You have to really learn and "know" the machine, as it will not work correctly if it is not hot enough, or too hot. It is worth spending a little extra time making these considering they are so expensive at Starbucks, etc. I always look forward to my morning cappuccinos!
Buyer beware January 16, 2005
Brendan Banovic (portland, OR)
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
I bought my Saeco espresso classico SS on 5/7/04 from Whole Latte Love and used it happily for 7 months. The steam wand leaked but there were no major issues until it started smoking out of the frothing wand. I tried descaling with no luck. I sent it back to Seaco for repair and they said it was my fault. They told me that I had added something other than water to the machine (which I did not). They also said it was going to cost $112 to repair the boiler unit (I paid $350 for the machine brand new). They were charging excessive rates for labor, shipping, and labor to package for shipping. I definitely would not buy Saeco again for the lack of service. They were not willing to answer questions and stopped answering calls as well. I dealt with Ryan Hedges, Melissa Niosi, and Brandi Gibson.
so far, so great... December 11, 2003
Christian F. Evans (berkeley, ca United States)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
it's been a month, but a well-used month.
easy to use.
good crema and esspreso flavor.now we're nearly spoiled: our own brew's better than even from Peets or from Starbucks (we'll resort to Starbucks when a Peets joint is not near). our only feeling is how long can this last...we'll keep up maintenance, by cleaning & descaling, and keep our fingers crossed.
Great espresso and a solid machine March 7, 2003
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I've had this machine for 2.5 years and use it every day (sometimes a couple of times/day). It makes great espresso, and I have had no problems. My only complaint is that itıs a bit noisy. The only maintenance is de-scaling a few times per year, but I imagine all pump-driven espresso machines would need this. Iıve used pods and ground espresso (usually Illy), and while the pods are expensive (around $0.50 each), I prefer using them to ground beans. The espresso from pods is as good as from the best ground beans and the cleanup is much easier. Iıve previously used a steam driven espresso machine, and the quality of espresso from the Saeco is much better.
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