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

Özlem's my taxi is Özlem's only source of income and needs a suspension replacement costing $350.

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Özlem Rabia Karakaya
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Ankara
I make my living with my taxi. 6 weeks ago the suspension failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $350. 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 2 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 $350 goes: • suspension replacement (parts): $170 • Labor charges: $80 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $60 • Towing and inspection: $40 Glad we found this place.

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  • Best of luck, Özlem. Your post was clear and honest. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care

    • hope it all works out. Small businesses are the heart of Ankara. Hope you're open again soon. Don't give up. Blessings.

      • Thinking of you and your family, Özlem. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope September is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Ankara!

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