Re:
I got the bike over the weekend. It seems more beat-up than I expected and with downgraded rear derailleur - it's an older XT, vs the original XTR.
However, it's very light - I'd say 24lbs which is amazing for a steel frame bike.
Maybe a project for next year including re-painting the frame and upgrading a few things like derailleurs, handlebars and the ancient crankset.