Webcast Alert: Coast Distribution System Inc. Announces Its Participation in the 2nd Annual Small Cap Recreational Vehicle Conference Webcast

MORGAN HILL, Calif.--May 9, 2005--Coast Distribution System Inc. (AMEX: CRV) announces the following Webcast:

What:     Coast Distribution System Inc. Participation in the 2nd 
          Annual Small Cap Recreational Vehicle Conference New York 
          Webcast, sponsored by Catalyst Financial Resources, and 
          Robins Media Group

When:     May 11, 2005 @ 9:15 AM Eastern

Where:    http://www.vcall.com/CEPage.asp?ID=91676

How:      Live over the Internet -- Simply log on to the web at the 
          address above.

Contact:  Connie Schadewitz, 360-828-8601 
          connie@catalystresearch.com

If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, the call will be available for replay at http://www.vcall.com/CEPage.asp?ID=91676 or http://www.catalystresearch.com

About The Coast Distribution System

The Coast Distribution System, Inc. (www.coastdistribution.com) is the leading supplier of parts, accessories and supplies for recreational vehicles (RVs) and pleasure boats in the U.S. and Canada. Coast supplies its products to its 15,000 customers through 17 distribution centers throughout the U.S. and Canada. Coast is publicly traded on the American Stock exchange under the ticker symbol CRV.