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I'm very close to buying a '73 Squareback and am looking for some advice before doing so: 1) COOLING: I know a well-maintained flat four will withstand hot weather driving, but I've heard that the tight fittings around the T3 pancake design make cooling more of a problem. Any comments? This car will be for regular driving in the tropical climate of Queensland, Australia. What things can be done to keep the engine running cooler? 2) A/C: Related to the last comment, just how much of a monstrous thing would it be to install A/C in a squareback? Would the extra strain on the engine be just be tempting overheating fate? Or does anyone have advice for how this can be done effectively? For that matter, ARE there any practical aftermarket A/C solutions? I know it was a rare option...maybe modern compressors can handle the job in some managable manner? I REALLY love this prospective T3, but my wife points out we need a car with A/C.... All insights appreciated! James Kramer Brisbane, Australia canadian@netspace.net.au