I have same problem with my peugeot diesel van but this is easily overcome by placing a portable warmair heater in the engine compartment. (I run this from my garage via an extension lead) After about 5 to 10 minutes the engine starts first time.
Black taximan
January 2011
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Fiat Ducato 15 LWD 2.8 Van, does not start in cold weather and no glowplugs?