Career
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 Bayerische Motoren Werke 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. 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. Complete British Saloon / Touring Carolina 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)
– Race was stopped due to heavy rain.
Number points were awarded.
† Events with 2 races staged for the different classes. ‡ Endurance driver.