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Leonardo needs my motorbike repaired to get back to work in Ciudad de México
Leonardo drives for a living in Ciudad de México, and a broken gearbox has stopped all income for 3 weeks.
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I make my living with my motorbike. 3 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $400. 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 $400 goes:
• gearbox replacement (parts): $250
• Labor charges: $50
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $65
• Towing and inspection: $35
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
Updates from Leonardo
Good news. Because of your gifts ($50 in total) I made the first payment toward road tax and insurance renewal. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Rooting for you. Shared this with my family. It's not much but it's yours. Take care.
thanks for sharing this, Leonardo. Small businesses are the heart of Ciudad de México. Hope you're open again soon
Thinking of you and your family, Leonardo. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. God bless.
You're not alone. Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Asaba.
Sending love. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 31 people at work.