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My school-run minibus: Jimena's only way to earn a living
Jimena drives for a living in Móstoles, and a broken transmission has stopped all income for 3 weeks.
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I make my living with my school-run minibus. 3 weeks ago the transmission failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $850. 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 three 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 $850 goes:
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $250
• Labor charges: $210
• transmission replacement (parts): $390
Thank you so much.
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Thanks for sharing this, Jimena. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like
Small businesses are the heart of Móstoles. Hope you're open again soon. I'm in nursing myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Take care.