madsen22 said:
she didnt maintain her car much before she met me.. hardly ever changed her oil... and ill just stop there lol
(Ex) wife #2 was like that, but that is not why we divorced (she had the Tiger Woods syndrome). I can definitely identify with you.
I also bet that VW 505.01 oil was never used after the factory fill in this car. The '05 TDI MUST use this spec oil or most likely the camshaft and lifters will fail and this is a $3000 plus repair, unless you do it yourself or find the rare person on this list that can and will do it for less.
If you love her, you will read upon this list on how to properly maintain this car and do it.
You (or someone knowledgeable) needs to completely go through this neglected car and perform all required maintenance. If you do not know if a maintenance item has been done, just do it.
How many miles are on the car?
I would venture to say your original posting issue is the fuel filter is plugged. Replace it ASAP! and if not, I would suspect the in-tank lift pump (failure).
--Nate