Andrew John Bonczek wrote: ↑Fri Feb 14, 2025 5:07 am
Subject: Request for Assistance with Defective Vehicle
I am reaching out in hopes of receiving assistance with a difficult situation regarding my vehicle transmission. I am currently on disability (dialysis) and, after saving for six years, I accumulated.
History: I was on my way back to Connecticut from visiting a college friend here in Ohio . My chronic illness lead me to becoming a resident in Ohio.
I was finally able to purchase a car through a private sale on Facebook. I trusted the sales because he too has a disability Trusting people is my biggest fault I feel a person word is honorable .
Unfortunately, I have since discovered that the vehicle has serious mechanical issues with the transmission, making it unsafe and unreliable. I added two mufflers and a radiator. Only to find out that after repairs I was informed the frame is supper rusted and it now has transmission issues. As someone on a fixed income, I simply cannot afford the costly repairs needed to make the car functional. I was unaware of the extent of the issues when I purchased the vehicle, and I now find myself in a difficult position without reliable transportation.
This car was supposed to provide me with the independence I need to get to medical appointments, run errands, and handle daily necessities, but instead, it has become a major burden. I am reaching out to see if there are any resources, programs, or assistance available to help me either repair this vehicle or explore other options for safe and reliable transportation. Any guidance, financial assistance, or support you could offer would be deeply appreciated.
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter. I would be grateful for any help or advice you can provide.
Hi,
Transmissions, as I am sure you know, are costly! Often times it is better to get rid of the car. But we have information on options for you, including free car repairs for a transmission, if it is worth it to fix the vehicle.
Subject: Request for Assistance with Defective Vehicle
I am reaching out in hopes of receiving assistance with a difficult situation regarding my vehicle transmission. I am currently on disability (dialysis) and, after saving for six years, I accumulated.
History: I was on my way back to Connecticut from visiting a college friend here in Ohio . My chronic illness lead me to becoming a resident in Ohio.
I was finally able to purchase a car through a private sale on Facebook. I trusted the sales because he too has a disability Trusting people is my biggest fault I feel a person word is honorable .
Unfortunately, I have since discovered that the vehicle has serious mechanical issues with the transmission, making it unsafe and unreliable. I added two mufflers and a radiator. Only to find out that after repairs I was informed the frame is supper rusted and it now has transmission issues. As someone on a fixed income, I simply cannot afford the costly repairs needed to make the car functional. I was unaware of the extent of the issues when I purchased the vehicle, and I now find myself in a difficult position without reliable transportation.
This car was supposed to provide me with the independence I need to get to medical appointments, run errands, and handle daily necessities, but instead, it has become a major burden. I am reaching out to see if there are any resources, programs, or assistance available to help me either repair this vehicle or explore other options for safe and reliable transportation. Any guidance, financial assistance, or support you could offer would be deeply appreciated.
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter. I would be grateful for any help or advice you can provide.
Hello. My name is Rusty. I'm 36 years old and I live in Garland, Texas. I own a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue with a transmission problem and it turns out I need an entirely new Transmission for my car. I recently lost my job and my home. I'm currently living with my 57 year old neighbor that recently had a bad stroke and his 80 year old mom. I'm in desperate need of getting my car fixed.
The solenoids in the transmission need to be replaced and possibly the torque converter. I'm praying the transmission doesn't need a full rebuild. I have been doing all the repairs myself. Spark plugs, fixed all leaks, new battery, Oil change, transmission fluid change, 4 new tires. The engine runs really great. It's just the transmissions solenoids been acting up for awhile now and it's to the point of where it's undrivable.
Employers have been reaching out to me on Indeed for job interviews but I don't have reliable transportation until I get the transmission to drive my car. Is there any help out there for me? Please. I just need my vehicle working again. I'm out of money. I don't have anyone to help me. I'm sorry for asking. I normally figure it out myself. But I just don't know what to do so I got online and searched for car repair Charity's. I'm not sure where or how to go about getting the right help. Please email me back and give me some direction. Thank you for your time.
Anyone that has a transmission broken, you really need to consider the cost/benefits of repairing it vs. a new car. As it can cost tons of money to pay for that type of repair. However look here for a wide variety of charitable and government free car programs.
Heck even buying a new, "used" car may be better in the long run. Strongly consider your options.
Hi! I’m emailing for my mother Dawn. She is really down on her luck right now... she has been offered a job with benefits working 40 hours a week at extended stay America by the airport in St. Louis Missouri. Her transmission on her only car has gone out in her car and sadly she lost her job. She worked 5-6days a week and when the transmission went out on the car it left her stranded.
If she could get help with her transmission. She would be ok to finally get her own place and be back on her feet as be my mom again. I don’t want this to be a pity party but she really needs the assistance and I was hoping you could put me through with the right people. It is her only car. I do appreciate everything and anything you can send my way. Thank you so much
My cars transmission went out in my car. I'm currently on SSDI for income so yes low income me and my wife just had a baby boy that needs a lot of care from hospitals. And I have no credit established to afford a new one. So I was curious if you could help me find some programs that could help me get my car fixed or finding a place that will accept my income for a new car. I'm live in Barry county Michigan and Kalamazoo Michigan surroundings. Please email me back; god bless you have good day.
But my only car breaks and need to change the oil and the transmission oil and muffler it's broken.
I don't have the money to fix. And the car I use it to go. To my part time job and drive my kids at the school and their school is in Stamford. I didn't change their school cause they happy with their teacher and my job it's in new Rochelle and if I don't fix my only car transmission it I can't go to work.
My job doesn't pay much. I'm receiving help from the government welfare. I can't stay long in the shelter. I'm going to need another job to save up
To find a house cause I have applied for housing and no one has called.
Please help me.
I really need the car cause it takes me to work and my kids to school. Without the car can't go nowhere. Here at this shelter there isn't even busses that pass here. I don't have nothing near me.
We are having transmission issues and need them fixed ASAP. When we towed the vehicle to a tranny shop the total cost of repairs were close to $4,000. We are not low income but moderate but it is our only car. I just got a job and I take care of a disabled person and have twin boys who started kindergarten and this is our only vehicle. Do you know of anyone organization that may help with repair costs or give someone who already has two loans and bad credit a loan.
Sometimes a community action agency will be able to help with car repairs. Veterans usually get priority, and there is an agency in Garden Grove CA. Now a 2003 car is old, and a transmission is costly...probably more than the car is worth. So it is probably a bad idea to try to fix it. But you can see what is out there, and talk to the folks at the community action agency in Orange County here. http://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html ... ction.html
Sheryn wrote:I'm a 61 year old disabled low income Veteran I'm seeking help with repair of the transmission for
A 2003 VW Jetta 1.8T. I live in the city of Garden Grove CA. I've Emailed other Organization with no response. If you can help or give guidance that would help. I’m getting behind on things and running out of option.
I'm a 61 year old disabled low income Veteran I'm seeking help with repair of the transmission for
A 2003 VW Jetta 1.8T. I've had estimates the cost is $3100. I can't afford to keep the car running good and take care of it and still sitting at a shop. I'm afraid I'll lose it.
I manage a house with five veterans my age, this is the only car and only one with a driver’s license with a good record, and I use it for appointments and give rides when needed to fellow veterans, with my service related injury I can't get around without pain can't stand or walk distance
I live in the city of Garden Grove CA. I've Emailed other Organization with no response. If you can help or give guidance that would help. I’m getting behind on things and running out of option.
The Jewish Federation has a big operation in Illinois. They may issue some loans for expenses such as car repairs. So maybe apply for the transmission. They are often zero percent interest, and this is the only reason we would recommend this option. So they help the disabled and others, and read more on the Federation here. Click more information.
I'm a 61 year old disable low income Veteran I'm seeking help with repair of the transmission for
A 2003 VW Jetta 1.8T. I've had estimates, but the cost I can't afford. I keep the car running good and take care of it. I'm a manager of a house with five veterans my age. This is the only car, I use it for appointments and give rides when needed. With my service related injury I can't get around without pain and can't stand or walk distance
I live in the city of Garden Grove CA. I've Emailed other Organization with no response? If you can help or give guidance that would help. I'm getting behind on things and running out of option.
I live in Norris city Illinois and I'm trying to find help getting a transmission for our van. My husband is disabled and it is our transportation back and forth to the doctor. He goes to the doctor every month now we have to drive 250 to see his back surgeon to discuss his second back surgery. Is there anyone that can help? Thank you for your help.
I am contacting you for a dear friend. She is part of the working poor. Her parents live 46 miles away and are in their last weeks of their life. Her transmission has just failed. She lives in Tuolumne County, CA. Her parents are in Kern County, CA. She is a hardworking, highly moral woman in need of help with transportation. We both appreciate any help you can offer.
My children and I were victims of domestic violence at the hands of my husband and children's father. He abandoned us since December 2010. Since then we had been homeless, going form shelter to shelter, living in the woods at one point in time. My children and I have found transitional housing program for domestic violence victim in Georgia.
I am 40 years olds, starting over with two boys 6 and 4. My need is more of transportation. I had to sell my Mercury Villager in 2013 to survive when my husband left. Since then I have not been in a position to buy a car. I am on SSDI and have to very active boys, and I would like to go back to school. Thank you for your consideration.
Auto repair bill. We need the replacement of transmission, radiator, fluid, etc. & labor. We are family of 5, myself, husband, 3 minor children, one of which is disabled. This being only transportation we have way of husband getting/having employment. We are now left with having no income other than disabled child benefits. We have missed/missing all appointments for WIC, Doctor, Mental Health etc.
Please help me/my family through this crisis & financial hardship to get repair cost paid and transportation back. We can and are willing to pay back any amount of assistance received in helping get back on our feet having transportation in doing so. Thanks & May God Bless.
