Need some Luck going to mechanic

My car began making a strong syrup -burn like smell in the front seat , near steering wheel while driving the other day. It started about twenty minutes into being on the road. But it lasted a while and was very strong so next day I called my mechanic. He said they'll look at it but if it's electrical, he's not going to take the dash apart.
I looked it up and I guess it's labor intensive to do so.

I REALLY hope it's not electric then...I can't afford what the dealership would charge if he says go there. I have no clue what it is. I have to go drive it for twenty minutes now so it'll create the smell so when I arrive they can smell it. Please send me luck🍀😕