I have a 96 W210 E320 with the M104 inline 6 engine.

Car sat for 2 weeks while I was out of town and noticed today that there was a leak from the front of the car. It seems like the same oily radiator fluid that leaked about 4 years ago. I had to get a new water pump that time. The fluid is clear with a hint of yellow tint.
I traced the leak to the front of the engine passanger side just above the exhaust manifold.

My question is this:

1) Does this sound like radiator fluid? I'm not an expert.
2) It seems like a slow leak, if all fluids are topped off, can I drive this car for a few days? (50 mile round trip) or is this a water pump problem that requires immediate replacement?

Any advice would be great as I have to drive this car to work in the morning.
Hope it doesn't overheat.

1. Yes sounds like radiator fluid
2. You need to find out where the leak is coming from before driving anywhere, the coolant system is designed to be sealed so do not drive until you get it resolved

overheat the car and the engine in Toast

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Jerry

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Unfortunatley, I can't take apart the front of the engine to see where the leak is coming from.
If it is a broken water pump, is it something that a mid level DIY person like myself can replace?