in BMWs. Sytner BMW was the first dealership in the UK to market the Alpina brand when it was given an exclusive contract in the early 1980s. Throughout the 1990s, Sytner expanded his business through acquisitions and shrewd investments. He now owns around 45 dealerships in total, selling Jeep, Mercedes, Ferrari and Lotus among other prestige marques. He underwent heart bypass surgery in May 2006. Frank suffered a suspected heart attack while racing a Lola at the Donington Historic Festival on 30 April 2011. Racing record Complete British Saloon / Touring Car Championship results (key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap – 1 point awarded ?–1989 in class) – Race was stopped due to heavy rain. No points were awarded. † Events with 2 races staged for the different classes. ‡ Endurance driver. References 1944 births Living people English racing drivers British Touring Car Championship drivers British Touring Car Championship Champions Sportspeople from Liverpool BMW M drivers