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Get Gbenga back on the road: my delivery van repair fund
Without my delivery van Gbenga can't work; a $250 repair would put him back on the road.
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I make my living with my delivery van. 6 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $250. 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 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.
All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal.
Where the $250 goes:
• gearbox replacement (parts): $195
• Labor charges: $30
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $15
• Towing and inspection: $10
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Gbenga
Updates from Gbenga
Wanted to say thank you properly. 73% funded and I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts.
We're at 43% thanks to 3 of you. I made the first payment toward labor charges. More news soon.
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thanks for sharing this, Gbenga. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Hang in there, Gbenga. Hope this works out for you. Love from Hồ Chí Minh City.
sending strength, Gbenga. Shared it with a few friends. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.
Hope things get better soon, Gbenga. Small businesses are the heart of Lagos. Hope you're open again soon. God bless.
hope it all works out, Gbenga. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from San Diego.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Gbenga!
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. gearbox replacement (parts) comes first ($195) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. I'll keep the page updated.
good luck, Gbenga. Hope the shop reopens soon. Blessings.
take care. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from Dar es Salaam
Sending good thoughts, Gbenga. Hope you make a strong comeback. I'm in nursing myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Thanks for sharing this. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Accra.
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings