My W210 1998 aircon smells really bad for about 20 secs after turning on then is absolutely fine but this happens every time you get in the car!!!
I have just had the pollen filter changed which I understand can cause 'odd' smells so it can't be that, any other ideas as although it only lasts...
Then give this company a call, they modify w210 E's to look like w211's. Have'nt formed an opinion yet, but this is interesting stuff.
They do other MB's as well
http://www.vhtuning.be/
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