That depends on the starting performance you get without using the block heater. This in turn depends on a number of factors already mentioned in this thread. If you're getting into temps where starting becomes iffy, then it's time to take the other car, assuming it has better cold start performance.

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83 300D Turbo with manual conversion, early W126 vented front rotors and H4 headlights 401,xxx miles
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