Bandsaw upgrade - max budget £1500

[Baja-king]

I'm looking to upgrade my Elektra beckum bas 316g bandsaw. I have a maximum budget of £1500 and would prefer new or nearly new. I've kind of narrowed it down to a Startrite 403, just wondered if there was anything else I should consider before committing to purchase.

I want it to be good for the next 10 years at least without the need to upgrade when in my current shop.

Will be used for luthiery and small furniture construction.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Ttrees]

A nice C500 for 800 on gumtree

 

[chris-a]

I'll be selling my Hammer N4400 soon if thats of any interest? 3 phase though...