Frank Sytner

Frank Sytner (born 29 June 1944 in Liverpool) is a British racing driver,^[1] a Life Member of the BRDC, and was the 1988 British Touring Car Champion, driving a BMW M3. He also won his class in 1990.

He started racing in the early 1970s in Formula Ford and later became known for racing in the Clubmans formula for front-engined sports cars, before moving into Touring Cars in the 1980s. As a successful BMW dealer with a chain of dealerships it was natural that he should gravitate towards their products.

He moved into historic car racing in the 1990s, in both sports cars and historic Formula One cars - he is particularly known these days for his exploits in a Penske.

Frank is nicknamed Fearless for his uncompromising style on track.

He underwent heart bypass surgery in May 2006.^[2]

He is the brother of Alan Sytner, former owner of Liverpool's Cavern Club.

Frank suffered a suspected heart attack while racing a Lola at the Donington Historic Festival on 30 April 2011.^[3]

Racing record

Complete British Saloon / Touring Car Championship results

(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position – 1982–1990 in class) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap – 1 point awarded ?–1989 in class)

1. ^ – Race was stopped due to heavy rain. No points were awarded.

† Events with 2 races staged for the different classes.

‡ Endurance driver.

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