You are looking at this 1979 Subaru Brat w/ EA81 Engine — recently spotted on Facebook Marketplace and now available for sale in Coupeville, Washington! Just an hour drive northwest of Everett.
As of the time of this post, it is still available – you can find current pricing and contact the seller at the ad on Facebook Marketplace. We also have an aggregated version in our marketplace that links directly to it. You can find that at the bottom of this page just below the pictures.
Summary
Running Subaru Brat project with a later 1.8L EA81 engine and 5-speed dual-range transmission. Upgrades include TBFI with Holley Sniper 1100, Vintage Air HVAC, new brakes and hardware, MSD ignition, EJ alternator, and completely rewired body with modern fuse panel. Minimal rust, rear seats, roll bar, bumpers, and trim included. Still needs crossmember finalization, brake bleed, A/C lines, handbrake adjustment, and minor interior work.
Key Info:
- Location: Coupeville, WA
- Year: 1979
- Original Ad Source: Facebook Marketplace
- Asking Price: $6,000 (as of 03/26/26)
Seller Write-up
Running and driving Subaru Brat project – still a project.
It has a later-model 1.8L (EA81) engine swapped in and mated to a later-model Subaru 5-speed with selectable dual-range hi/lo.
Engine converted to TBFI with a Holley Sniper 1100.
Vintage Air HVAC installed.
Center tunnel from an ’86 GL Wagon.
New brakes and hardware.
MSD ignition and EJ alternator (internally regulated).
Completely new body wiring with modern fuse panel and relays.
Minimal rust (small fist-sized spot in the bed, Durabak ready for patch).
Only driven around the block a few times; full shakedown not done as it still needs work.
Rear seats, roll bar, optional rear bumper, factory bumpers, and all trim bits/panels included (some not pictured).
Needs before fully roadworthy:
- Crossmember finalized
- Brakes bled (all components replaced)
- A/C lines connected (heat works) and condenser secured
- Handbrake adjusted
- Correct alternator belt
- Misc interior bits finished
A ton of work already done, but the seller is starting a new project.
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CLICK HERE to view this 1979 Brat w/ EA81 Engine in our Marketplace.
**Please note this Subaru Brat was originally listed for sale in March of 2026. Depending on when you are viewing this article it may have since been sold.**
Last Updated on March 27, 2026 by BRATAds
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