I have a Standard and love it. At the time I purchased the game, I just couldn't quite swing the extra $1,000. Honestly, the glass I have on mine is really good. No glare from the monitor or anything. I can easily see the entire playfield. I've added a few inexpensive Mezel Mods to brighten up a few spots. Sure, I miss the ramp lights but that's about it for me. I can always add powder coated armor later and the other differences don't matter to me (headphone jack, manual, different cityscape, different signage on Quantum theater).
If you can swing the $$$ for an LE and like the upgrades it has over the Standard, then get one. But if not, get a Standard...it's still an awesome game.
Good luck.