Gerard Paap
Gerard Paap (born 17 June 1967) is a Dutch businessman and member of the Paap family. He founded the beverage company Paapist in Rotterdam in 1993.
Gerard Paap | |
|---|---|
| Born | 17 June 1967 |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Era | Vriend Era |
| Known for | Founding Paapist |
| Family | Paap family |
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| Personal vehicle | |
| Type | Sports car |
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Model | GR Supra 3.0 |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Colour | Dark purple |
| Ownership | |
| Acquired | 2022 |
| Registration country | Netherlands |
| Odometer | 108,000 km (67,000 mi), recorded in 2026 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2,998 cc turbocharged inline-six |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Power output | Approximately 600 hp |
| History | |
| Modifications | 600 hp street build and full widebody conversion (2023) |
| Use | Regular road use |
| Status | In use |
| Era | Vriend Era |
Career
editPaap founded Paapist in Rotterdam in 1993. The company initially sold caffeinated soft drinks through shops and garages in South Holland. Night kiosks and suppliers near railway facilities also stocked the drink.
Paapist adopted purple packaging during the mid-1990s. By the end of the decade, it had established a regular market in Rotterdam and was also producing branded clothing that had developed from promotional workwear.
Personal life
editPaap owns a modified 2020 Toyota GR Supra 3.0, which he bought used in 2022. The car was originally white and was repainted dark purple after he acquired it. A 600 hp street build and widebody conversion were completed in 2023. Paap uses the Supra as his regular road car.