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Recep drives for a living in İzmir, and a broken transmission has stopped all income for 7 weeks.

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Recep Mert Koç
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İzmir
I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 7 weeks ago the transmission failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $350. 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 two daughters and my mother. 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 $350 goes: • transmission replacement (parts): $180 • Labor charges: $80 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $60 • Towing and inspection: $30 Thanks for being kind about this. - Recep

Updates from Recep

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 35% funded and the plan for towing and inspection is now scheduled.

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4.5(8 reviews)

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    Delivered on promises

    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.

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    Made a real difference

    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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    Exceeded expectations

    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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    Professional and kind

    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.

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    Would recommend to anyone

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    Went above and beyond

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  • Small businesses are the heart of İzmir. Hope you're open again soon. Greetings from Quezon City.

    • Mikhail SidorovID verified

      Hope it all works out, Recep. This could happen to any of us!

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

        • Recep Mert KoçOwnerAnswer

          Thank you. If you're in İzmir I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. It helps to be asked.

      • Pooja R. BansalPhoto verified

        Sending good thoughts, Recep. 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.

        • Sending good thoughts, Recep. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted.

          • Vusi VenterQuestion

            How is Recep doing now?

            • Thinking of you, Recep. Small businesses are the heart of İzmir. Hope you're open again soon. Sent it to 12 people at work. Love from Thika.

              • Good luck. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in Hanoi this morning. Blessings.

                • Good luck. Hope the shop reopens soon. Put this on a community board in Lyon this morning!

                  • Sending strength, Recep. Hope this works out for you. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double

                    • Thanks for sharing this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of İzmir.

                      • I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. My neighbor in Gqeberha donated after I showed her your page. Take care

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