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My taxi: Junaid's only way to earn a living
Without my taxi Junaid can't work; a $200 repair would put him back on the road.
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I make my living with my taxi. 6 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $200. 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 ten hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next six 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 $200 goes:
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $130
• Labor charges: $25
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $35
• Towing and inspection: $10
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
- Junaid
Updates from Junaid
Small update. $88 so far, I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts.
Thank you all. We're at 44% now ($88). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for towing and inspection is now scheduled.
We're at 15% thanks to 2 of you. I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
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Sending love. Hope this works out for you. After 11 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Mobile
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 20 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything.