I have had those machines for several months. They are pretty good machines. You are right in that the service dept is top notch, always helpful. The only problem I have had with the machines is the bill acceptor. The bill acceptor that came with the machine is manufactured by ICT. It was too sensative, always getting bills caught. This acceptor has a green bar accross the front of the machine. I swapped them out for another ICT model that has three flashing lights accross the front and have had no problems since. Hope it helps. Good luck!
$2000 is a good price for those larger models. Even better if you can get them cheaper! It sounds like your potential locations would be a good fit too. You will maximize your profits if you are able to get those locations without having to give them a commission. All 10 of my first locations had a 10% comission. I am in the process of moving them all to locations that do not require a commission, so I can keep more money! I have moved half of them so far.