You can try to look around in second hand stores. You never know what you can find almost brand new in those stores.
The Rancilio Silvia espresso machine is high quality and capacity.
The Rancilio Silvia is one of the best and easiest espresso machines to use.
The Rancilio Espresso Machine is a popular machine given 4.5 stars by Amazon customers. The brand name and model were both given very good reviews by Coffe Geek.
A Rancilio Silivia espresso machines can cost around $600 if someone where to buy it new. Bidding on one at an online auction can get you one cheaper though. There are some for about $300 new. However, there are some that are used going for about $100.
You can find them a lot of places online. I found some good prices here: http://www.seattlecoffeegear.com/Espresso-maker-s/13.htm?searching=Y&minprice=649&sort=2&search=rancilio&maxprice=&gclid=CMycnoPI26gCFUiK4AodNi-txg&show=120&page=1
Yes, for example a Moka pot, DeLonghi, DeLonghi Magnifica 3300, Rancilio Silvia, & Pasquini Livia 90 Semi Automatic. You can find the one you like at http://www.kitchenkool.com/shopping/?shkw=espresso+machine&keywords=espresso+machine&referrer=padwords&creativeid=8447466060&traffictype=search&camp=shop-espresso-se-us&group=espresso-machine--best&keyword=espresso+machine+best&gclid=CIHbyKDPtKoCFcWA5QodWGNQ7g.
The best espress coffee maker is the Rancilio Silvia V2 2 Cup Espresso Machine. This espresso coffee maker can make perfect espressos and was introduced in the early 90's and is by far the best so far. Check here for a list of other great espresso coffee makers http://www.talkaboutcoffee.com/best-selling-espresso-machines.html
If you are looking to stay within a budget a DeLonghi espresso maker is the right choice. If a very high quality machine is wanted Rancilio Silvia is a good brand to choose. And if that classic feel is the goal, Gaggia is a good choice.
No, this is not made to be an espresso machine.
No, a Keurig is not considered an espresso machine.
Yes, a Nespresso machine is considered an espresso machine as it is specifically designed to brew espresso using Nespresso coffee capsules.
No, a Keurig machine is not designed to make espresso.