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My taxi: Donna's only way to earn a living

Without my taxi Donna can't work; a $1,900 repair would put her back on the road.

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Donna Jenkins
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Fort Worth
I make my living with my taxi. 3 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,900. 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 3 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. All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal. Where the $1,900 goes: • gearbox replacement (parts): $1,250 • Labor charges: $260 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $250 • Towing and inspection: $140 Glad we found this place.

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  • Keep going. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Québec.

    • Wishing you the best. Small businesses are the heart of Fort Worth. Hope you're open again soon. All the best.

      • how is Donna doing now?

        • Sending strength. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. All the best

          • What exactly is the $1,900 for?

            • Donna JenkinsOwnerAnswerID verified

              The list at the bottom is the whole picture. gearbox replacement (parts) is the biggest at $1,250. It helps to be asked.

          • Sending strength. Shared this with my family. We're a small family in Augusta but we're thinking of you. Take care.

            • Thanks for sharing this. Hope this works out for you. Love from Hialeah.

              • Sending love, Donna. Small businesses are the heart of Fort Worth. Hope you're open again soon. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings.

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