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Pierre needs my ride-share car repaired to get back to work in Paris
Pierre drives for a living in Paris, and a broken transmission has stopped all income for 3 weeks.
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I make my living with my ride-share car. 3 weeks ago the transmission failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,200. 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 4 children. Before the breakdown I worked eleven 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 $1,200 goes:
• transmission replacement (parts): $620
• Labor charges: $260
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $280
• Towing and inspection: $40
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
Updates from Pierre
Thank you all. We're at 27% now ($326). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward transmission replacement.
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take care. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of Paris.
Wishing you the best, Pierre. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. My neighbor in Lahore donated after I showed her your page. All the best
Hope the shop reopens soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Paris.
You're not alone, Pierre. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.