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My taxi: Emma's only way to earn a living
Emma's my taxi is Emma's only source of income and needs a transmission replacement costing $1,250.
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I make my living with my taxi. 5 weeks ago the transmission failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,250. 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 two daughters and my mother. Before the breakdown I worked twelve 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 $1,250 goes:
• Towing and inspection: $70
• Labor charges: $370
• transmission replacement (parts): $810
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Emma
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Take care, Emma. Your post was clear and honest.
rooting for you. Hope the shop reopens soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.