> The hardware stores I checked at didn't have it.  In fact, the vw
dealer
> hasn't stocked this key for 10 years, they told me.
>
> go figure.
>
> -wes
>

That is strange.

About a month ago I had one cut for my westy at a local hardware store
and a week ago I had one cut for my 7 pass at a local (of all places)
electronics store that offers key cutting of all types.  The one I got
last week cost me $1.30.  They have plenty of blanks still hanging
there.  In fact, they have 3 types of VW key blanks .... ones for the
old beetle, the ones that are double cut (like our Vanagons) and ones
for newer VWs.

If you really can't find them in your area I'd be glad to purchase one
or more and send it/them to you.

Mike
Houlton, Maine