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Hi all, I'm new to this list. When digging in the VINTAGVW database I thought it was a good idea to contact Greg Merrit on type 3's (or III's) - judging by his posts to the VINTAGVW mailing list. Well indeed, it turned out he runs the type 3 mailing list! Currently I drive a '71 Bug (1300cc/44 hp), and was planning to get my Bug a better engine. When I realised I also wanted some more room to carry stuff around, I thought I'd better look into buying a Type III Squareback. I wonder any of the list members would be so kind to tell me about the weak spots of these VWs. All tips to look out for when buying one are welcome. I guess they are largely comparable to Bugs, as that they have rust in the heater channels, etc. Are there any models I should avoid and why? (E.g. a sliding roof looks nice, but will it give more trouble than pleasure?; fuel injection?; automatic gearbox?; etc.) I plan to give the Squareback a little more hp. (just to enable it to go with today's traffic), and have been thinking about fitting a Type IV engine. What engine will fit without too much alteration (VW 411/412, late Bus/Vanagon)? Or are there any other ways? I know I'm asking a lot, but would be very pleased anyone could help me out. Thanks in advance! Hanno Spoelstra Bloemendaal, The Netherlands