As a follow up to an earlier post, got the car back today from the dealer, who replaced the right axle seal under warranty. I was told that it also contains transmission fluid, hence the red fluid leak on the floor of the garage. Hopefully, this solved the problem.

 

The bad news is that it's still leaking, same as before. Back it just went to the dealer, for a 3d try. I asked that they keep the car until they can verify that there is no more leak by putting a clean piece of cardboard underneath the engine compartment, and letting it sit for a day or so. This is not a very pleasant experience, but they have got to figure it out at some point.

 

Did they say how much it cost to do the seal?

 

I have a 2005 Mini and its leaking out the passengers side.

 

No price was given, as it was covered under warranty, but I think there is a post from about 2007 which gives a price of about $300 from a private garage, for both seals.

 

I was told by the Service Advisor at the MINI dealer that the entire axle is now being replaced. Only 8K miles on my '86. Thank God for the warranty!