Nail in sidewall dilemma: 1 new OEM tire or 4 new aftermarkets

[IGx89]

A week ago I noticed a big nail in the sidewall of one of the tires (Bridgestone Turanza EL470) of my '09 Sport, and when I took my car into the dealer yesterday they told me I'd have to buy a brand-new tire ($168 installed). What would you guys recommend: just replace it, or buy a set of aftermarket tires?

I've been mostly pleased with the snow performance of the Bridgestones (important because I live in Minnesota where there's snow on the ground what seems like half the year), but the noise level seems a bit high and I really hate how easily the wind buffets the vehicle around. I'll of course take any more cornering, braking, or accelerating performance I can get too . Any recommendations on good all-season tires for me? If there aren't any noticeably better than the Bridgestones, then I'll probably just replace that one tire.

Thanks!

[kenchan]

yah, those are killers. tires themselves are worth no more than $50, but they charge you an arm and 2 legs.

see if you can get the same tire at Tire Rack - Your performance experts for tires and wheels

if not, you can try getting a similar performance tire in the same size and use it
on the rear. not the best option but most economical. unless you do a lot of
spirited driving, chances are, you probably wont be able to tell a difference.

or do a pair and keep that one good tire as spare for next time...

my FitS is a dd so im not too picky about tires... you can tell cause i use
shitty Falken 912's.