Turntable for life

I have both a custom VPI HW-19 and an Oracle Delphi MKIV that I've had for many years and still absolutely love and use all the time, (along with several other tables).

But, my end all be all turntable, if and when I could ever afford it, would be a Transrotor DarkStar Reference with a Kuzma 4Point arm. Maybe someday.

I have had my Basis Ovation for over 25 years, only upgrading it once to add the Debut's platter and vacuum hold-down system.  Superbly engineered table, as is everything from Basis, works flawlessly
and is very satisfying.  If I had additional funds I might want the Basis Inspiration table, but now that I'm retired that's not likely.

I have two lifers - Technics SP 10 MK3 (Porter plinth, Krebs modified, SME V-12 and Graham Phantom 12") for direct drive and Basis Debut Signature (SME V) for belt drive.  I love them both for different reasons and wouldn't want to be without either.

I am afraid $30k may not be enough. Besides, how long a life are we talking about? New great turntables appear from time to time. In any case, I would certainly try Albert's Technics and newest Walker to begin with. And probably dozens of others. I think, that Walker is $110k or so.

Kmccarty, I totally agree towards SP10. This unit will never depreciate and it's built to bring lots of joy.
I'll also add Nakamichi TX1000 for the higher dollar.
I'm sure that spending $30 or $100k or so not necessary unless you want to add a boutique to the performance.