I would check the list of users using the NET USERS command, then try in
safe mode through the UI and NET USERS, and if you still don't have a
bite, try using the ntpasswd boot CD and see if it shows up with that.
Failing that, back to the drawing board for another idea.
I would also check the ACLs using XCACLS (available from MS site) in
various modes, and try the ACL UI in safe mode.
I apologise if I'm suggesting things you've already said you've tried,
just drove ~250 miles with man-flu :)
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