Was looking into the 55-250 IS STM as I read everwhere it does a great job. What's wrong with this deal (109.99$ at time of writing):
http://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/ef-s-55-250mm-f4-5-6-is-stm-telephoto-zoom-lens-refurbished
Cannot seem to find any price even close to that in Europe. Wish canon had a refurbished shop in Europe but seems there are only ebay listings available rather than a shop.
As you said: No refurbished lenses to buy from Canon in Europe.
Nothing wrong with the price except we're not there to take advantage.
Underwhelmed about what is (not) going on here in the beginning of this week ...