Thread: What a way to start the day!

You will probably find the actual switch at the back of the barrel is loose,possibly one of the tags that holds it in place has broken or lost tension.
I had this on my 82 model
Brad

Well, I can finally say problem solved.

Since replacing the ignition switch, I have had no repeat of the issue.

Having to use a different key for the ignition switch is not my most preferred outcome, but I really do not think it is worth having the lock re-keyed at this point.

The ignition switch itself was indeed the culprit. It literally fell apart when I tried to remove it. Genuine Prince of Darkness part. There is evidence it has been repaired before too- presumably because the P.O. did not want to do what I did to resolve the issue.

New part is Valeo. Hopefully it is a better quality. Only time will tell.