NoStatic:
I have a BLACK Gaggia Classic that cost over $400 (10 years ago), and has been in storage.
I know it needs a cleaning, two new filters ($7 each at CafeParts), and I think that is it.
Parts at:
http://www.cafeparts.com/listCategoriesAndProducts.asp?CategoryID=1440&gclid=CMOs6puIr5cCFRlRagod4SAmjA
If it does not work, you can use your superpowers to find the problem and get the parts at:
http://www.cafeparts.com/listCategoriesAndProducts.asp?CategoryID=1440&gclid=CMOs6puIr5cCFRlRagod4SAmjA
Since you are a fellow Pelican: YOU CAN HAVE IT FOR FREE (unless you feel the overwhelming need to pay me in Porsche parts and labor...;-). Just kidding, it is yours for if you are up to the challenge.
Please note, like all things Italian, it is tempermental. It takes time to heat up, you have to purge the water and steam properly, etc...
We have since opted for Swiss/German efficiency:
http://www.digitalfotoclub.com/sc/from-froogle.asp?id=964604305&rf=froogle&dfdate=12_5_2008
PM me if you are interested in picking up!
If not, I will restore it and sell on Craigslist........