Although he proudly admitted to a preference for Indian motorcycles, his favorite model an Indian Scout, Woody’s interest in antiques began in 1943 when he discovered a 1913 Harley-Davidson single begging to be restored.
Later, in 1954 when the Antique Motorcycle Club of America was formed, Carson became member number 11. He eventually became regional director and co-hosted the first regional, antique show at the Springfield Mile.
Over the years, Woody restored a 1928 Indian Scout, a 1902 Fabrique Nationale (Belgium), a 1932 Rudge Speedway Racer, a 1922 Harley-Davidson Sport, a 1930 Indian Four, a 1931 Indian Chief, a 1909 Yale, and a 1925 Indian Price. He also assisted in numerous projects for friends and fellow collectors.
Woody was someone who actively promoted motorcycling, and the preservation of motorcycling history, through restoration. In addition to being a member of the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame, Carson was also inducted into the Indian Motorcycle Museum Hall of Fame in 1999 and to the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2001.
Carson passed away on October 15, 2006 in Ft. Collins, Colorado. His influence in the world of motorcycle restoration was his unique contribution to motorcycling.