I like the 95-97 SE's or especially with the SVT kit.
MUST HAVE NEW HEADLIGHTS! They yellow and haze so damn fast and it kills the appearance.
Grill mods are a big bonus.
No chrome strip!
They did have better quality interiors. Though mine has held up well so I'm not complaining. (Dash aside

)
Nothing compares to the early rear trunk lid. With or without lip spoiler. (I prefer with)
So much better then the fugly reflector on the 98+ models.
One of these days I will actually swap mine out. (been on my list for a while

) However I never really have to look at it only the people that race me do...