Thank you for that.
I won't be around much if at all once this deal is done but I still plan on donating as promised. As Mike said I really couldn't have done it without the help I received from connections made at this site, and even though a member is not involved in buying the engine he is still part of the broader COPO community and I'll be happy to contribute to your guys' site in appreciation for the conversation. Sorry that I went about it the wrong way. I'm sure my buddy will be happy with the deal and even though I asked for nothing in return I'll just submit an invoice for reimbursement and I'm sure he won't mind obliging
Kurt was correct in his early assumption and I applaud him for that. The name did not mean anything to me at the time and I just kept plugging along. Once I got the VIN and could dig further I was able to speak with Brad McAdam who confirmed that it was a car that Bruce Eilenberger had owned and sold to Kevin years ago. Another source I found had been collecting Berger VIN's for decades and also had Kevin as the owner. I spoke directly to Kevin and forwarded him the block VIN photo I had taken. I gave him my buddies info and said that was it for my part of this.
I will update again when something happens. Unfortunately I will not be able to reveal how much it will be sold for, because I will not know as it is none of my business. Thanks again for lifting the ban and putting up with my shenanigans. Never thought it would have turned out this engine was for such a well known car. It's like the best-case-scenario for my friend and I am happy for him. The world works in mysterious ways...