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Old 06-20-2008, 08:27 PM
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Could possibly be the ignition switch in your steering column if the engine isn't making any noises when it fails to start.

I'd start there, as ignition switches are notorious for failing on VW's (I had a 75' microbus with a failed switch so the problem spans generations).

Here's a good writeup on changing out the switch:

VWvortex Forums: new ignition switch install
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