Looking for pricing on a good scanner. I don't need some fancy shmants super scanner with attached printer, fax machine, bat signal and optional laser cannon. I just want something that won't explode and inexplicably kill thousands of infant puppies and kittens when I look at it with a curious eye.

My coworker said to expect to pay $100-$150 for a good model. Is this a reasonable price to look for, or would that buy me a cheap model?

I need to get a scanner soon because driving down to my friend's house in Burlington (a 45 minute drive) to use her scanner in order to bring people quality art such as this is simply not feasible. Any suggestions as far as price range to aim for, models and companies that are better buys, and simple home remedies for a mysterious crotch fungus that popped up overnight would be highly appreciated.