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Sem needs my tuk-tuk repaired to get back to work in Utrecht
Sem drives for a living in Utrecht, and a broken gearbox has stopped all income for 3 weeks.
🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands562 views
I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 3 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $550. 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 younger brothers and sisters. Before the breakdown I worked eleven 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 $550 goes:
• Towing and inspection: $125
• Labor charges: $165
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $260
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
Updates from Sem
Quick update: $150 raised so far (27%). I made the first payment toward labor charges. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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So sorry you're going through this, Sem. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did