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Annabelle needs my school-run minibus repaired to get back to work in Liverpool
Without my school-run minibus Annabelle can't work; a $1,000 repair would put her back on the road.
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I make my living with my school-run minibus. 3 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,000. Without the vehicle I earn nothing.
I have been borrowing from friends to pay rent, and now I have run out of people to ask.
I support my family of five. Before the breakdown I worked ten hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next four months if I can just get the vehicle working.
I have a written estimate from a certified mechanic and will upload it here.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $1,000 goes:
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $550
• Labor charges: $280
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $105
• Towing and inspection: $65
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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Sending strength, Annabelle. Hope you make a strong comeback.
Sending strength, Annabelle. Your post was clear and honest. Blessings.
sending good thoughts. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Take care.
Best of luck, Annabelle. I hope things turn around soon.
Take care, Annabelle. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Put this on a community board in San Diego this morning. God bless!
hope the shop reopens soon. Thinking of Liverpool.
Hope things get better soon. Shared this with my family. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out. All the best.
Wishing you peace. Looking forward to the next update. After 27 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything.