Hi ArchaicArcane,
Great news about the nose. About the selector, I'll ask the lady, good point (good info too. I'm learning, I'm learning...).
1. You have sharp eyes! I don't think there are 2 different machines though. Looking at the thin horizontal logo panel on the lighter image, you can see the change of color. Also, the street reflections on the table mean it must be an opened garage door, suddenly filled w/ light...
2. Unfortunately, where I live must be even worse than a garage... 80% humidity pretty much all year long. Everything rusts
Thanks so much for answering so fast!
PS: Re: the table: YES