Easy Mike

Already is would be my guess.

jwcarguy

Actually, the guy said that he wouldn't entertain that, just "wanted the correct engine"

He realizes that for these cars that have been in service that long and driven hard, to still have the original engine intact is rare.
He felt that a "period correct" block would suit his needs

jwcarguy

No, the block has never been decked and restamped, it still has the original vin on it

bashcraft

That's what I would've said too.

joewill

I rarely see a car for sale with the 'period correct' but NOM engine in it. if I do see it , it is still NOM and I would not pay any premium (certainly not 3K) over any other engine since it is still NOM.

but as I always say.. set your price high and just sit back and wait for the right buyer.

BBCorv70

I may be a bit cynical but to pay $3K for a block just to have it period correct seems like a lot of money. It may get you some points in NCRS or Bloomington judging but that's about it. I'd think a buyer could find a period correct block, not necessarily with the right date codes, cheaper.

This fellow may never have it restamped but I'd bet the next guy may. Given the increase in value over a known NOM, there's a lot of temptation.