I've decided to put the Oscar up for sale because it's just not get used as much as I thought it would. I upgraded to this from a Silvia because I wanted steam on demand and the temp stability of the bigger boiler etc - it fitted the bill perfectly.
You can find some spec on the machine at -http://www.seattlecoffeegear.com/nuova-simonelli-oscar-espresso-machine#SpecsÂ
The machine is lightweight because of the plastic body. It has age related scuffs etc but these don't impact the performance. The drip tray is fairly large and the platform can be flipped over to allow more space for taller cups to fit in.Â
The steam tip is slightly tarnished, grey plastic drip platform slightly stained.Â
It makes great espresso consistently and has loads of steam pressure making lovely microfoam. A short flush is all. That is required to stabilise water temp, but the thermostat is easily adjustable if you wanted to set it up differently. At present, I get about 2secs of steam flash then water dance stops.
The machine will come with a spare shower screen and group seal, double handle and double basket. It got a new pump about 2months ago. The casing rattles slightly when pump is active, just because it's plastic.
Postage is available at buyers expense.
I'm looking for £300 with collection from Glasgow preferred.