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My delivery van: Lucas's only way to earn a living
Without my delivery van Lucas can't work; a $1,700 repair would put him back on the road.
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I make my living with my delivery van. 4 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,700. 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 eleven 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.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $1,700 goes:
• gearbox replacement (parts): $1,100
• Labor charges: $330
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $200
• Towing and inspection: $70
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
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Wishing you the best, Lucas. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too
Sending strength, Lucas. Your post was clear and honest. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.
So sorry you're going through this, Lucas. Shared it with a few friends. Please keep us posted. Love from Nairobi.
you're not alone, Lucas. Shared this with my family. God bless.
Wishing you the best, Lucas. Shared it with a few friends. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. God bless.
Wishing you the best. Shared it with a few friends. It's not much but it's yours. God bless.