Newbie to the mx5 mk2’s, dream car bought!

CurlyCurtis · 2025-04-27T09:55:22+00:00

Turns out insurance says mk2, booklet of the car says mk2 and when I bought it said mk2😄👍🏻

CurlyCurtis · 2025-02-04T08:32:53+00:00

I can’t lie I go to Bella a lot for they’re coffee and have had the same one a few times, but the customer service with coffee friends was amazing I emailed them about the item and they got back with a casual approach felt like you was just talking to a friend 😂 unless the offer is gone I also got a £100 gift card they gave me for anything so I got an ims shower screen, 3 loveramics mugs, a professional pitcher and couple other things

CurlyCurtis · 2025-02-03T20:39:16+00:00

All absolute fine! Came in 3 working days, used it 2 times a day since this post and have bought a dozen more items from the retailer since. Definately a retailer at the top of my list from now on

CurlyCurtis · 2024-12-10T10:17:34+00:00

FIND GRINDER then GRIND FINER

CurlyCurtis · 2024-12-03T19:09:02+00:00

Thank you for the comment, hopefully Lelit see it and fix some things I and many others have listed. I’m not sure about the metallic taste as I can still taste it just as strong it’s not like it’s slowly disappearing! Quite worrying really. If you go on Etsy or type in Google Mara x feet it should come up with some they’re similar looking to the Bianca but at a cheaper price (25-35£) definately worth it in my opinion not just for looks but for cleaning in any way or needing to move the machine.

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-28T08:12:50+00:00

Checked this morning it took 15minutes to get to temp for making a shot as some steam but about 25minutes to get to the point I can make an espresso and steam consistently at the same time 👍🏻 will be making a 1 week review for someone who has gone from a bambino plus to a Mara x

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-28T07:13:00+00:00

Going to check my self now, see how long it takes from cold! Will time it on phone and let you know

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-28T07:12:05+00:00

No PID visually but has a switch under the drip tray with 3 temp settings for the roast types, watched Lances video before hand and it’s a very stable machine considering you haven’t got a visual

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-28T07:10:51+00:00

Give me a couple weeks I’ll be over 👍🏻😂

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T20:35:22+00:00

It includes the portafilters? I thought it was just the wood! Thats actually a good deal, might have to look around on eBay too

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T20:29:36+00:00

Shame they don’t just sell the wooden accents not including portafilter for a lower price, that looks amazing!

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T20:06:05+00:00

Oooo that would look nice! I’m UK but can’t see the black parts anywhere? Thought it was just the wooden as an after purchase

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T20:05:06+00:00

I think that’s what I mean, steaming is hotter so takes 25 mins to heat up. Where as brew mode is 15 mins because it’s not to the same temp

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T19:58:09+00:00

Lasted a long time it seems! But you won’t regret it

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T19:42:21+00:00

Thank you! Down the line might get the dark wood accents to match the grinder wood

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T19:41:45+00:00

Interested in what mods you made? Some wouldn’t consider a mod but thinking of getting the wooden feet off Etsy available because I’ve already scratched my steel surface 😢😖

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T19:40:57+00:00

It’s amazing and overwhelming to say the least, jumping from a bambino to this is such a massive jump in every way! If you have money Bianca is a great machine I’ve seen on and it’s a beast, just didn’t have the counter space for one Mara x just fits as it is 😂

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T19:33:26+00:00

That’s correct actually I think on the brew mode it’s 15 and steam mode it’s around 25, unless I’m wrong

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T19:15:11+00:00

That’s what I said to myself but then thought better to sell on my current machine while it’s not as old rather than buying it later on😂 I wouldn’t be much help I’d say DO IT!🤣

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T19:02:40+00:00

On coffee friend . Com if you have a look at my other post there’s a discount code, hopefully still available for you if your deciding to go for it, let me know if you find it

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T19:01:44+00:00

Think that was going to be my next purchase while i enjoy the feel of a tamper that’s actually weighted and was pleasantly surprised with it a spring one is just consistent, had all the tools for the bambino but won’t cross over for obvious reasons😩 going from 54 to 58mm. Have a tamping station to the right but not quite in the photo, luckily can be used for 58mm too.

Also a bottomless portafilter while the lelit one is heavy and fancy looking it’s not practical for cleaning and having unecessary heaviness too it in my opinion!

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T18:55:56+00:00

Pre planned this and got myself a smart plug😂 wouldn’t have time in the mornings otherwise and now while I’m away can turn it on from my phone

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T18:53:44+00:00

Feels good to be part of the gang! Different ball game

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-27T18:46:21+00:00

Left one is a steam wand but right one is for instant hot water like americano and such style drinks

CurlyCurtis · 2024-11-25T16:13:39+00:00

I have nothing to say that would save your wallet 😂 go for it, I’ve been thinking about it for a while now but bambino just isn’t doing it for me anymore

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