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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
Sem Lars Van der Horst
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Utrecht
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.

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  1. 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

    $270 raised of $550

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