Nothing's wrong with the bike, per se. I just assumed that there were some relatively easy upgrades available that could improve the ride experience. I have a road bike that gets the majority of my use, but it’s not particularly easy to hop on and ride endless circles around the cul-de-sac on.
It also sounds like a great excuse for me to learn a bit about bike maintenance.
I already expect that a never-serviced 1995 Rockshox with a threaded steering tube is going to be an issue--though when I test rode it, I didn't notice anything that seemed out of order.
Photos to come as soon as my 10 post requirement is met.