Tac vs Soundtracs vs Soundtracs

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Hi......i am just about to purchase an analogue console to use as my front end into my DAW and i have 3 possible options. Does anyone have any advice or input that could help a relative newbie decide on the best course of action. The 3 desks ar as follows:

Tac 24x8x2(16x8x2 with 8cx expander) otherwise known as the blue TAC.
recently fully serviced approx 350 GBP/ 700 USD.
PROS....fully serviced....has extra 8cx for spares.
CONS....only 16 direct outputs in total(would need to modify ch 9-16) and limited aux functions etc and distance needed to travel to pick up the desk/van hire etc.


Soundtracs 32x8x2 solo logic
good condition....approx 650 GBP/1300 USD.
PROS....extra inputs...more functionality on desk.....less distance for desk pick up.
CONS....seller has informed that there may be a problem with the vca fader automation but cant be sure and ease of getting desk serviced in future.


Soundtracs 24x8x2 solo logic
very good condition.....approx 650 GBP/ 1300 USD.
PROS....as above and added bonus that seller will deliver.
CONS....obviously less inputs and same price as larger desk.


I would add that since i am really just starting to build up my set -up i dont have any external mic pres yet and will be using the desk pres and eq's untill such times.....any advice thoughts or general pointers would be much appreciated......thanks guys


update......just been offered a ghost 32(no meterbridge) mint condition for 750GBP/1500 USD....any thoughts?