text: I actually have several suggestions.\n1st - Check out off-lease xerox printers such as the techtronic/phaser machines - many of them have 11x17 capabilities and by getting it off-lease you will pay less for a later model product.  Generally these off-lease printers have been refurbished.  The cost of the print cartridges may be a bit high - but you will get the quality that you want.\n\n2nd - OkiData makes a high quality new printer that can print 11x17 - but the new ones start at about $4,000.  You may be able to find a late model off-lease printer.\n\n3rd - Having been in the quick print industry for over 16 years - I have worked with hundreds of artist that need high quality for low cost.  Take advantage of your local (not Kinko's - loved em but they go after the big buck clients) OfficeMax, OfficeDepot or Staples - and if you go to Depot or Max mention that Staples has a sale price of .39 per 8.5 x 11 and will they match that - it is their policy to match a competitors price.  This is a good solution if you are looking to make proofs or examples to show the client.  Additionally all of the above mentioned companies have the ability to receive your files via e-mail.  Give them some time to produce it (like at least 4 hours to work it in to their production schedule - or ask what their turn time is) trust me if you build a good relaitonship with them they will take care of you.\nGood luck!