Inexpensive Good Vintage Turntables?

I would look for a Linn LP12. All parts are available (better than original) and you can update it all the way to a contemporary Linn Klimax. 

There’s a chap @pbnaudio who sells restored Denon direct drives.

if you are keeping costs down find a Goldring Lenco and make ur own plinth Lencoheaven is a superb source for tech details and support

Belt drive turntables are easy in many ways because motors tend to be easy to source - so a Linn is always a solid choice. 

if ur in the UK I would source a Townshend Rock Elite. I have a few turntables but I find this addictive - there’s a guy called Matt McNulty - just Google him - very honest and knowledgeable.

The world is ur oyster my friend

Although PBN do beautiful work on what are already excellent Denon turntables, the final cost would probably not meet the cost criteria laid down in the OP. Otherwise, great  idea. I’d vote for a Lenco L75 with maybe a few cost effective upgrades.

Hi , it might be helpful if you give additional info such as price point and your current system. That being said I have a restored and modded Thorens TD 160 MK II with a Grado Prestige cartridge. The plinth is custom made from rosewood salvaged from a Herman Miller table. The wiring and base have been redone as well. I do want a Jelco arm eventually. Happy Hunting, Mike B.

What about AR?