You don’t have to look far or hard to find lots of glowing praise for the Corvette C7. Sure, it’s had its share of SNAFUs, including potentially blowing up the engine if you don’t change your oil, but overall GM hit a homerun with the design and performance of the seventh-generation Corvette. They’ve essentially the perfect canvas for owners to paint their personalities on, whether that be with performance upgrades or just simple, tasteful exterior modifications.

In this case we’re talking about a Corvette that took the latter path, maintaining GM’s clean, crisp lines and only adding on a set of HRE RS100M polished titanium wheels. It’s amazing how a new set of shoes can really make a Corvette shine.

Of course much of the credit goes not just to GM’s designers, but the color choice as well. As a $495 option on a car that starts at $55,000, the Daytona Sunrise Orange Metallic paintjob is a premium choice over standbys like Arctic White and Race Red. But the extra money is well spent for a Corvette that definitely stands out from the crowd, even without the aftermarket wheels.

But with these HRE-built wheels on, this beachside, sunset photoshoot of an orange Corvette ascends to the next level. It’s a simple, understated look that lets the presence of the C7’s design speak for itself. Where some people need to make a lot of noise to get noticed, this Z06 lets its looks do the talking. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the simplest and cleanest look is also the best.