I would try to find a REGA Planet or Jupiter as these are top loading machines with less parts that break over time. One of the best most rugged CD players I ever owned was a Phillips 960 All metal sliding drawer with copper screws. Also, California Audio Labs made rugged players as well. Hard to find CD players not made completely out of plastic. Best CD player BAR none for transport is the Esoteric NEO VRDS...breathtaking.
Matt M
Matt M