Dave, I can't offer any particular solution, not actually seeing the situation. Just wanted to let you know I feel your pain. A few years ago, I drove 100 miles to look over a theft recovered classic in a salvage yard. The yard owner said he was pretty sure the distributor, MAF, and a few other bits and bobs were stolen off the engine. I spent 2 hrs trying to get the hood open (the thieves had cut the hood release cable before dropping the hood) I quit and walked away from a $1200, otherwise spotless classic. This was when they were actually still worth something.
Taught me to keep the cable lubed and replace it the moment it seems iffy.
I have never heard of the center bolt breaking, but I do know, when refitting those bits, start adjusting with it cranked out and keep adjusting inward till the hood is just snug on the stops. Also, let the center bolt self align the striker plate by leaving those two bolts slightly loosened and close the hood, open it and tighten.
Sorry I can't be of more help with the stuck hood. Fortunately you saw fit to leave the grill off, so you have at least 'some' access.
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