The Spider Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 (edited) SOLD Item: Rancilio Silvia V3 with PID and boiler insulation - freshly servicedLocation: Melbourne, S.E suburbsPrice: $600Item Condition: Used, 5 years oldReason for selling: Upgraded (like @Marc ) to a Rocket EvoPayment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD OnlyExtra Info: PID: The Silvia is the de facto standard for an entry level serious espresso machine, well built....only way they die is people forget to fill them with water (don't do this!). They have one inherent flaw, the temperature thermostat has a huge range, from 70 to 110 degrees, this forces people to 'temperature surf' to try and get a consistent temperature of the boiler, simply ridiculous! The PID holds the temperature perfectly so you can use the grinder to alter the shot and not any other variable in achieving shot consistency. Purchased from JetBlack espresso in Sydney. Current machines (V5) are $850 and PID is $560, so $1410 total Changes from V3 to V4: easily replaceable boiler element (fill the machine, don't turn it on without any water in it!) Changes from V4 to V5: boiler insulated - i have done this on this machine Machine: http://www.jetblackespresso.com.au/shop/p/rancilio-silvia/ PID: http://www.jetblackespresso.com.au/shop/p/rancilio-silvia-pid-kit-installation/ available for demonstration - she has now returned from the shop with all new seals and a head surround - so she looks and performs like new! Pictures: Here we go: here's what you can do....make a nice latte and enjoy vinyl.... Thank you Rohan Edited August 29, 2017 by spider™ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Marc Posted August 19, 2017 Administrator Share Posted August 19, 2017 Can't really go wrong with this one. A proven performer and sometimes I wonder whether I achieved just as good shots from my Silvia as I do from my Giotto now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spider Posted August 19, 2017 Author Share Posted August 19, 2017 @Marc completely agree. Going from this to a $3500 Rocket....my thoughts are: 1. Rotary pump in the Rocket means the machine doesn't vibrate so the cups stay still. 2. The lever is nice vs the button on the Rancilio 3. I'm finding it hard to get the milk textured on the Rocket - practice required. Think the steam is dryer on the Rocket 4. The cups are warmer on the Rocket, nice. so that's it....as far as shots go...PID vs PID so I'm not seeing/tasting anything there. So there are some nice to have little things when going to the more expensive machine but the end product, the cup of coffee, is very similar!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spider Posted August 19, 2017 Author Share Posted August 19, 2017 oh, she also has a La Marzocco basket in the portafilter! very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flynnyfalcon Posted August 19, 2017 Share Posted August 19, 2017 8 hours ago, spider™ said: @Marc completely agree. Going from this to a $3500 Rocket....my thoughts are: 1. Rotary pump in the Rocket means the machine doesn't vibrate so the cups stay still. 2. The lever is nice vs the button on the Rancilio 3. I'm finding it hard to get the milk textured on the Rocket - practice required. Think the steam is dryer on the Rocket 4. The cups are warmer on the Rocket, nice. so that's it....as far as shots go...PID vs PID so I'm not seeing/tasting anything there. So there are some nice to have little things when going to the more expensive machine but the end product, the cup of coffee, is very similar!!!! I've got a Giotto which is quite similar to your Rocket. It's taken me considerable time to get close to mastering texturing on this machine. I had a Lelit prior to (which is very similar to the Silvia and found it much easier. Great machine and price btw!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spider Posted August 29, 2017 Author Share Posted August 29, 2017 She's back from service....photos added and manuals are included. Perfectly maintained. 6 monthly de-scale and regular backflushing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timos Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 Brilliant little machines and at this price, with all the PID and servicing freshly done, great buying. I had one a few years ago and it was fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juicester Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I feel like I need an excuse to buy this... such a good deal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spider Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 10 hours ago, Juicester said: I feel like I need an excuse to buy this... such a good deal! absolutely, another addiction...that's exactly what we all need here...at least it's cheaper than stereo/music...I've spent more on cables than this machine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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