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Teresa needs my ride-share car repaired to get back to work in San Cristóbal de las Casas
Teresa drives for a living in San Cristóbal de las Casas, and a broken suspension has stopped all income for 6 weeks.
🇲🇽 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico1,527 views
I make my living with my ride-share car. 6 weeks ago the suspension 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 family of five. Before the breakdown I worked twelve 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:
• Labor charges: $90
• Towing and inspection: $20
• suspension replacement (parts): $440
Thanks for reading all this.
- Teresa
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A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Chiapas. I'll ask around and let you know.
Stay strong, Teresa. Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 32 people at work
Sending good thoughts. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 30 people at work. Love from Sydney.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Teresa.
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. labor charges is the biggest at $90. Good question.
gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Regina so I could bring a meal.
Sending strength, Teresa. Hope the shop reopens soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.
You're not alone, Teresa. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.