Yo-
I would and try and get a NEC ND-3500A while they are still in the supply stream - good place to look for the best prices is: www.pricewatch.com - should be able to get one for <$70 shipped-
These are very good/reliable burners with tons of good firmwares both from NEC and hacked ones and users resoundingly tout their reliabality and good burns (I personally have two 3500's)-
Mike