The C5 (fifth generation) Chevrolet Corvette was produced from 1997 to 2004. It was a significant redesign for the Corvette, featuring a hydroformed frame and a new LS1 engine, offering improved performance and handling.
I had a C5 though I did have a long time ago
""The speaker mentions having owned a 'C5' Corvette, indicating it as a specific generation of the car."