Hey Ben,it's like most things,you get what you pay for and none of us like spending money BUT a decent mig once you learn to use it (not hard)will become your best friend in the workshop and noy just for car stuff either.Personally i would not look at anything under 190,i use a 220 for everything from panel steel to roll cages to building car trailers.If you can save for a bit longer and find about $1100.00 (Qld. prices) you will never regret it and if looked after will last a lifetime and you will be able to get spare parts when needed.