FORT WAYNE, Ind. -

In the spirit of Tuesday’s annual Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, Indiana Auto Auction is hosting its inaugural “Fat Thursday” sale this week that will feature cash and prize giveaways, plus a free breakfast to go along with the 700-plus-vehicle consignment on tap.

Among the vehicles offered for sale Thursday will be a hefty portion of units from Wells Fargo Dealer Services and RSA. Additionally, there will also be consignments from local dealers. Specifically, Best Deal will begin things in the “S” Lane at 10 a.m. EST and Fort Wayne Toyota will begin the action on the “T” Lane at 10:30 a.m.

Before the sale begins, dealers will be served a free breakfast. Cash and prize giveaways will take place throughout the day.

“We’re planning a great sale in celebration of Mardi Gras, and we encourage everyone to attend and join the fun,” said Eric Autenrieth, auction owner and general manager.

“Whether you’ve been a customer for years or are new to IAA, you can always rely on us to provide the best car auctions in northern Indiana. We are Fort Wayne’s premier dealer auction site and focus on meeting the needs of dealers,” he added.