Yes it would! I borrowed one from a friend of mine for an Anberlin/Taking Back Sunday/All American Rejects concert that I was able to go backstage for. 80% of my shots were with this lens. I want to get it for myself so bad.
Hmmm...I for one would NEVER pay just $150 less for a used lens. I mean, think of it the other way: is $150 worth it to have a BRAND new lens that you KNOW has no scratches, dust or other use to it?
Well I've watched them countless times on eBay and amazon go for around 550. Adorama said they would give me $500 so I figured 550 is fair. I bought it brand new from amazon 3 months ago so I feel it's a good price. I don't HAVE to sell it... I love the lens and it's just a couple more months of saving to get my 70-200 vr.