the worst
ok - ive done some pita jobs on my coupe (replace starter, remove front diving board bumpers bolts under radiator, etc) but replacing the ignition lock is the lead-dog, by A LOT.
the ever-helpful instructions read: "Push in and turn the steering column until a milled groove is directly under the steering lock. Turn the steering column backwards and forwards while pulling out the steering lock, which should be in the "Fahrt" (Drive) position."
after reading these 2 sentences 40ish times, i still dont know they are saying - 'push in the sterring column'??? 'milled groove under the steering lock' (which of course is hidden BY the steering lock). well, i pulled in and out, turned backwards and forwards, all while making sure the #$*&@#* thing was in the FART position - NOTHIN! later, after much stomping and swearing around my garage, i ended up dropping the entire steering column assembly to get the sucker out (after drilling out the 5 snap-off bolts).
btw dequincey, replacement bolts you will need: 4-6x100, and 1-8x1.25. and you have my sympathy for the job that is ahead of you!