I was contacted some time ago by Vaughan Frankiewicz, who happened to know more about the Mini fastback coupes built in Edenvale, South-Africa in the 1960s (see Maximum Mini 3). He wrote: "The Mini Fastback is one of three my grandfather build. It belonged to my mother for many years before being sold. I would like to know who currently owns the vehicle as I would like to purchase it and have it back in the family if possible." I haven't heard from him anymore, but would love keep in touch. Also: the whereabouts of the three cars are currently unknown to me, but I'm sure somebody else will be able to help.
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First of the three Frankiewicz built Mini fastbacks was owned by a South-African radio DJ
Picture courtesy Chris Rees
This one turned up for sale in South-Africa in 2013 when it was sold for a very little sum
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And it was seen for sale again two years later, still looking pretty rough. Where did it go?
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