Is it possible that the odd rhythm is just what we describe as the engine "trying" to start? Instead of just deadly turning over and over by the starter, it's actually trying to light off and dying again, and so the rhythm speeds up and slows down as the engine is attempting to get itself going?

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~Michael S.~
Past cars:

1986 300SDL
1987 300SDL
1982 240D
1982 300SD


Current:

1987 300SDL