The expresso matic station is showing up in the objects catalog,but I can't place it anywhere. I've posted a similar thread over at the Maxis site,but only 3 replies thus far,and they aren't having this issue.I've also sent a message to the Maxoid team to look into this issue as well.Anyways, is there anyone else here at MTS2 having the same problem?

Do you have any custom content or hacks at all? If so, try with the downloads folder cut and pasted to the desktop. If it works, you know you have a recolour or custom item which is causing a problem. If not, try restoring the objects.package file. These threads may help:
http://www.modthesims2.com/article.php?t=134921
http://www.modthesims2.com/article.php?t=139718
http://www.modthesims2.com/article.php?p=1110007

Well,said to hell with it,and did a fresh install.Worked fine,then started slowly moving in downloads,lil by lil.This time,dl the CEP as suggested with certain hacked objects,and crap started up again.Lots going black or red,or just plain vanishing.Portions of neighborhood screens either disappearing or going white,black. AGGGHHH!LOL..........It's ok,I love the Sims 2 enough to keep plugging away,and not let it get to me...........So,2nd fresh install in as many days.........Wish me luck

Oh,BTW,my earlier problem must have been a corrupted objects.package file,as I have the exact same objects,Maxis and 3rd party,on another computer,with all EP's installed,and everything shows up fine.