I'd check the ignition coil....is there spark at the end of the wire running
>from the coil to the cap?
>
>This happened to a friend of mine's VW last week- turned over but wouldn't
>start- and a new coil and sensor in the distributor fixed the problem (not
>sure if both were needed)
>
>> Anyone know what might cause a 1983 380 SEL to turn over but not fire?
>> Tried all usual diagnostics, but no spark from cap. Have had it to two
>> mechanics so far, they're baffled.
>>
>>
>>