Want a 306 Estate, unsure of what's the best engine?

[Niall]

The lack of working air con is down to the pipes under the rad. Getting these made up is cheap (I was quoted £60 for both) but then because the system has been at atmospheric pressure for probably years and moisture will have gotten in, you will find that the diaphragm in the receiver dryer will be buggered so it won't work properly unless this is also replaced. If its been left dry for years and years, you may find some seals dry. For a specialist to come out and fix and re gas, your probably looking at £250 but then there is no guarantee how long it will work for as the seals may be shot and you might loose the gas over time.