I have always liked 78's because when the WS6/W72 appeared with its wide wheels it just looked so cool at the time. Made an impression on me that stuck for a lifetime.
I have a friend who is also a car guy & he likes the 79-80 front end the best.
I think the 70-73's look the most muscle of all 2nd gens But 78's are still my favorite.
I have a TA/TA 4 speed & I like it for what it is, but a black/gold S/E W72 4 speed would probably get driven more if I had one......
