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Help Margaux replace the gearbox and return to work

Without my ride-share car Margaux can't work; a $1,450 repair would put her back on the road.

🇨🇦 Brampton, Ontario, Canada1,628 views
Margaux Nathalie Carpentier
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Brampton
I make my living with my ride-share car. 7 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,450. 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 3 children. Before the breakdown I worked eleven 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 $1,450 goes: • gearbox replacement (parts): $1,200 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $120 • Towing and inspection: $130 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Margaux

Updates from Margaux

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($50 in total) the plan for towing and inspection is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely. - Margaux

  2. Quick update: $20 raised so far (1%). I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  • Juliana Bastos 🇧🇷 · $75

    “Sending love. Only $75 but hope it helps. - São Paulo”

  • Devi E. Van Wyk 🇿🇦 · $50
  • Stella H. May 🇨🇦 · $111
  • Rochelle K. Dixon 🇯🇲 · $10
  • Teun Koen De Haan 🇳🇱 · $10

    “Be well. Thought of Margaux all day after reading this. - Amsterdam”

  • Dennis B. Dela Cruz 🇵🇭 · $10
  • Anonymous 🇧🇷 · $10

    “Praying for you. Please keep us posted. - Duque de Caxias”

  • Folake Vivian Tijani 🇳🇬 · $10

Reviews

3.0(7 reviews)

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  • Riley Nelson🇺🇸Verified helper
    Patient and understanding

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Paloma D. Álvarez🇨🇴Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Mazen Sami Wahba🇪🇬Verified helper
    Professional and kind

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Bruno N. Castillo🇪🇸Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Brielle G. Ramirez🇬🇧Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Francis B. Flores🇵🇭Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Aadhya S. Dhillon🇮🇳Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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  • Miguel T. NúñezAddress verified

    I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My neighbor in Narayanganj donated after I showed her your page.

    • Hang in there, Margaux. Shared this with my family.

      • is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Margaux.

        • Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. gearbox replacement (parts) comes first ($1,200) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Thanks, that means a lot.

      • so sorry you're going through this, Margaux. Hope the shop reopens soon.

        • Hope things get better soon, Margaux. Gave what I could, wish it was more. God bless

          • rooting for you. Small businesses are the heart of Brampton. Hope you're open again soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

            • hope things get better soon, Margaux. Small businesses are the heart of Brampton. Hope you're open again soon. Love from Accra.

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