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My ride-share car: Serge's only way to earn a living
Serge drives for a living in Nice, and a broken gearbox has stopped all income for 4 weeks.
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I make my living with my ride-share car. 4 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,300. 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 younger brothers and sisters. 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 $1,300 goes:
• gearbox replacement (parts): $840
• Labor charges: $200
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $120
• Towing and inspection: $140
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Serge
Updates from Serge
Small update. $211 so far, I made the first payment toward gearbox replacement.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($115 in total) I made the first payment toward labor charges. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Quick update: $115 raised so far (9%). the plan for gearbox replacement is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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