I have a friend that works at Continental and does not plan to use his discount. He can buy 3 sets of tires a year (one of which I bought). Send me the model and size you're looking for and I'll ask him to get a quote.
I got the following quotes for anyone with the same specs. Continental ExtremeContact DW: 255/40/R17: $105/tire + $18.5/tire for shipping. 235/40/R18: $120/tire + $18.5/tire for shipping. 265/35/R18: $140/tire + $18.5/tire for shipping.
Damn. Just bought a set of Contis a month ago. Out of curiosity, is this something you and your friend will be doing every year?
If your guy still has that 3rd pair left to buy, would he be able to get some Extreme Winter Contacts or some other snow tire in a 225/60/R17 or (if it exists) a 215/60/R17? Looking for winter tires for my Outback. PM me either way.