Davido surprised fans by haggling over the price of a car, despite possessing a massive fortune.
Davido has once again found himself in the spotlight, though this time it wasn’t for a new song or a spectacular performance.
What delighted fans was a surprisingly down-to-earth move: despite being one of Africa’s wealthiest and most famous artists, Davido actually haggled over the price before deciding to buy a car.
The story began when Davido asked a fan named Davrel—who is also a streamer—to visit a car dealership to help pick out a vehicle.
Davrel followed his idol’s instructions and headed straight to the showroom.
Once there, Davrel connected with Davido via video call. During the conversation, viewers could hear Davido personally asking about the price and negotiating with the seller.
The car in question was a 2025 Toyota Camry.
Initially, Davido reportedly wanted to negotiate a price of around 60 million naira.
However, after some discussion, he ultimately agreed to purchase the vehicle for 70 million naira.
It was that specific moment that amused the online community.
Given his successful music career, string of international hits, lucrative contracts, and lavish lifestyle, many might assume Davido wouldn’t care about saving a few million naira when buying a car.
But the reality was different.
Davido still asked for the price.
He still negotiated.
He still weighed his options before parting with his money.
And fans found that aspect truly interesting.
Being wealthy doesn’t mean buying everything at any price.
There is a common misconception that wealthy people don’t care about prices.
In reality, however, financial means and spending habits are two completely different things.
Someone might be able to afford an expensive item but still want to know exactly how much they are paying.
Davido appears to be a perfect example of this. The fact that he negotiated the price of the Camry doesn’t necessarily mean he was unwilling to spend the money.
In the end, he did agree to pay 70 million naira for the car.
What stands out is his desire to negotiate before making a final decision.
For many, that is simply a sound financial habit.
What delighted the fans
The online community was particularly struck by the contrast between Davido’s onstage persona and the moment he haggled over the price in a showroom.
Davido is often seen with luxury items, high-end cars, and jewelry—a lifestyle that fans associate with a world far removed from that of the average person.
Yet, when faced with a specific price tag, he reacted just like anyone else:
“How much is it? Can you lower the price?”
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It was this down-to-earth quality that made the story go viral.
It shows that even the ultra-wealthy can share the same habits as any other customer.
You might be a superstar.
You might have millions of fans.
You might buy things most people can only dream of.
But when you walk into a showroom, you might still ask:
“What’s the best price?”
Davrel had the truly memorable experience
For Davrel, the trip to the car dealership was certainly no ordinary day.
Being a streamer personally asked by Davido to pick out a car was already a unique story in itself.
But the fact that Davido hopped on a video call to discuss the price made the experience even more memorable.
Davrel wasn’t just tasked with selecting a vehicle.
He also got to witness firsthand how Davido makes purchasing decisions.
Ultimately, after the negotiation, the deal for the 2025 Toyota Camry was finalized at 70 million naira, according to reports.
The story also reveals a side of Davido that fans don’t often get to see. Behind the image of an international star lies a person who makes very practical decisions when spending money.
A small lesson from a Camry
It might just look like a story about buying a car.
But it offers an interesting lesson:
Being wealthy doesn’t mean you have to stop caring about the value of money.
You might be able to afford something without giving it much thought, but that doesn’t mean you have to accept the initial asking price.
Negotiating doesn’t always stem from a lack of funds.
Sometimes, it’s simply the way you shop.
Davido could easily have afforded the original asking price.
But he still asked questions.
He still negotiated.
And he only agreed after giving it some thought.
The deal for a 2025 Toyota Camry was finally settled at 70 million naira.
And from what seemed like an ordinary car purchase, Davido gave his fans another memorable moment.
You might be Davido, the owner of a music empire—but when it comes to buying a car, a bargain is still a bargain. 😂🚗
