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My school-run minibus: Kiara's only way to earn a living
Kiara drives for a living in Mumbai, and a broken engine head gasket has stopped all income for 3 weeks.
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I make my living with my school-run minibus. 3 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $250. 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 $250 goes:
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $115
• Labor charges: $55
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $45
• Towing and inspection: $35
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Kiara
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Stay strong, Kiara. Your post was clear and honest.