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My ride-share car: Ellie's only way to earn a living
Without my ride-share car Ellie can't work; a $2,450 repair would put her back on the road.
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I make my living with my ride-share car. 7 weeks ago the fuel pump failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $2,450. 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 wife and our newborn. Before the breakdown I worked ten 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 $2,450 goes:
• fuel pump replacement (parts): $1,600
• Labor charges: $390
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $310
• Towing and inspection: $150
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
Updates from Ellie
Quick update: $1,208 raised so far (49%). I made the first payment toward towing and inspection. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 30% now ($738). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.
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Praying for you, Ellie. Looking forward to the next update.
Keep going, Ellie. I hope things turn around soon. Love from Wudil
Wishing you the best, Ellie. Hope you get there. I hope February is when things finally get easier. Love from Tokyo.