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Carol needs my school-run minibus repaired to get back to work in Christchurch

Carol's my school-run minibus is Carol's only source of income and needs a clutch assembly replacement costing $1,500.

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Carol K. Barrett
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Christchurch
I make my living with my school-run minibus. 12 weeks ago the clutch assembly failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,500. 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 wife and our newborn. Before the breakdown I worked eleven hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next six 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 $1,500 goes: โ€ข clutch assembly replacement (parts): $1,150 โ€ข Labor charges: $165 โ€ข Road tax and insurance renewal: $110 โ€ข Towing and inspection: $75 If you're reading this, thank you. - Carol

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  • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Carol?

    • Carol K. BarrettOwnerAnswer

      Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about clutch assembly replacement (parts), advice is welcome too.

  • Thinking of you, Carol. Hope the shop reopens soon. Don't give up. All the best!

    • Take care, Carol. This could happen to any of us. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.

      • This could happen to any of us. Blessings.

        • praying for you. Small businesses are the heart of Christchurch. Hope you're open again soon.

          • Stay strong, Carol. Hope you make a strong comeback. Sent it to 4 people at work.

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