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Help Guo replace the transmission and return to work

Without my taxi Guo cannot work; a $1,950 repair would put him back on the road.

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Guo Peng Peng
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Brooklyn
I make my living with my taxi. 3 weeks ago the transmission failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,950. 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 nine hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next three 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 $1,950 goes: • Road tax and insurance renewal: $340 • Towing and inspection: $110 • transmission replacement (parts): $1,500 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
#livelihood#repair#driver#employment

Updates from Guo

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($105 in total) I made the first payment toward road tax and insurance renewal. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

Donations

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  • Anonymous 🇧🇷 · $34

    “Rooting for you. Hope you get the rest soon. - Belo Horizonte”

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    “You got this. Only $30 but hope it helps. - Sydney”

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    “My neighbor told me about this one. - Denpasar”

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    “All the best. I'm in Depok, thinking of you. - Depok”

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Reviews

2.5(4 reviews)

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  • Venkat P. Narayanan🇮🇳Verified helper
    Exceptional service

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Annabelle P. Montgomery🇺🇸Verified donor
    Reliable and compassionate

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Rylee K. Garrett🇺🇸Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Ivy C. Newman🇬🇧Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Sabbir Rahim MollaQuestion

    Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Guo

    • Guo Peng PengOwnerAnswerAddress verified

      Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. road tax and insurance renewal comes first ($340) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Thanks, that means a lot.

  • Charles L. Haynes

    Keep going, Guo. It takes guts to ask. Well done.

    • Hiba Wafa Bouzid

      Hang in there, Guo. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry

      • Caroline Joyce KipchogeID verifiedPhoto verified

        Wishing you the best, Guo. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Kasarani.

        • Jide Festus AbdullahiAddress verifiedPhoto verified

          sending strength, Guo. I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Leicester this morning. Love from Leicester

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