Best coffee machine for under $200?

[Salsa]

What esspresso machine can you recommend? Well, what one that is good to buy on a tight budget?
We used to have a Sunbeam, which was really good, but sold it when we moved.

I cant remember what things are important - like what is 15 pump etc? Is that enough pressure? DH likes his coffee and strong, so looking for a good machine that looks stylish and doesnt take up too much bench space. I think I can spend up to about $200.
With pre - xmas sales on, hopefully now is a good time to get one

[aussienic]

We have been very happy with ours.. you can get it at Kmart.. It is a sunbeam one.. Its all silver .

I can't remember the exact cost might have been around 120-150

[briggsy's girl]

we have a compact sunbeam one from HN - was about 180 i think. DH gives it a caining and it keeps on going

the strength of your coffee will have nothing to do with the machine - it will come from the coffee. the 15 bar pump would simply relate to the strength of the pump and how hard the water is pushed through the granules (i think)

we buy DH espresso beans and he has a double shot instead of a single - he loves it (i HATE it - coffee stinks so bad!)

[Salsa]

Yea, I know the pump doesnt give it the strength, but there is something about a low pressure not making as good a coffee as something with more 'bars'...? Did the research before I brought our last one, but cant remember it all now. Also I have less of a budget than last time I brought one Seems like I should be able to get something good enough though for under $200.
I`d be keen to hear from anyone who has any other brand aside from Sunbeam - unless everyone has Sunbeam cause its the best!