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My school-run minibus: Padma's only way to earn a living

Without my school-run minibus Padma can't work; a $250 repair would put her back on the road.

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I make my living with my school-run minibus. 7 weeks ago the radiator and cooling system 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 1 children. Before the breakdown I worked nine 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 $250 goes: • radiator and cooling system replacement (parts): $105 • Labor charges: $60 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $40 • Towing and inspection: $45 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.

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Updates from Padma

We're at 74% thanks to 8 of you. I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
Small update. $136 so far, I made the first payment toward towing and inspection. - Padma
Quick update: $76 raised so far (30%). I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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