Ofori Sarpong Talks About His Love for Cars: “It Started When I Met Despite”
- Ghanaian entrepreneur, Ernest Ofori Sarpong, has shared how his love for luxurious cars developed and the number of vehicles he owns
- In a video, Ernest Ofori Sarpong indicated that his bosom friend, Osei Kwame Despite's love for cars rubbed off on him
- Ghanaians on social media who watched the video thronged the comment section to share their thoughts on his love for cars
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Ernest Ofori Sarpong, the founder of Special Group of Companies, shared details about his cars and how he became a lover of luxurious vehicles.
The Ghanaian businessman indicated that his love for luxurious cars can be traced to when he started moving with his bosom friend, Osei Kwame Despite.
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In a video on X, Ernest Ofori Sarpong said that his friend's love for cars rubbed off on him.
He indicated that there is a good feeling attached to driving good cars and does not regret loving them.
"Despite loves cars, it probably started when I met him. Cars are nice, and it feels good to drive in good cars."
When asked if he had a favourite, the 60-year-old wealthy man indicated that he does not have a favourite but prefers Bentleys.
"I don't have one particular car as a favourite. I like Bentleys. The Bentayga is a nice car."
When asked the number of cars he owned, the businessman said he could not readily tell, but later gave a number.
"I have about 20 personal cars."
Ernest Ofori Sarpong indicated that he bought his first car when he was either 21 years old or 22 years old. He indicated that he bought the car from his elder brother.
"My first car was a Datsun Laurel. I bought it from my elder brother. He had bought a new car and sold the Datsun Laurel to me."
Despite shares genesis of their 40-year friendship
Meanwhile, Osei Kwame Despite has praised his best friend, Ernest Ofori Sarpong, on his momentous 60th birthday.
In a video message, Despite shared details of their 40-year bond, highlighting Sarpong's immense support.
Ghanaians on social media who watched the video shared their thoughts on their relationship.
Watch the X video below:
Ofori Sarpong's love for cars stirs reactions
YEN.com.gh collated some reactions to the video shared by @askghmedia on X. Read them below:
@ongvd_ said:
"In the rich circles, there’s no competition, only collaboration. Get that. Know that!!"
@saahenehighest wrote:
"Why you take video, then crop out the TikTok account?"
@anonymousxhuman said:
"He doesn’t even remember the number of cars he has 😂… Money is sweet! 😂."
@two_edged wrote:
"When business moguls talk about cars, it’s never just transport…It’s lifestyle, influence, and culture all in one."
@mr_kwabla said:
"Yes, if you have the money, you can go for it."
Source: Instagram
Ofori Sarpong appreciates Despite
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong expressed his gratitude to Osei Kwame Despite at the former's 60th birthday event.
At the thanksgiving event, Dr Ofori Sarpong appreciated people who had been industrious in his life and applauded his bosom friend, Despite.
Ghanaians on social media who watched the video expressed their admiration for the relationship between the two businessmen.
Source: YEN.com.gh
