My CD-player stopped working. Does it make sense to invest in a new CD-transport?

My cd player quit about 6 months ago….it’s a medium priced Denon so I sent it off to an authorized service center. When I got it back, it plays but the remote doesn’t do anything anymore. I really liked the sound of the Denon but I didn’t want to spend a lot more on a new player. So I’m playing lots of vinyl and just playing a few cds.

There’s something about the vinyl that takes me back many years and I like it….how long it will last, who knows but I’m just along for the ride now.

Thanks for the great insights that will help me to make my decision. To respond to some of the comments:

• I already spent my €€€ - sorry, not $$$ as I am from Europe - on a great Streamer and DAC with i2S connections (Metronome Le Dac2, one of the best around).
• Soundwise no real need for a transport except for the many CDs I still have. Like many, I also spend at least 90 percent of my listening time on streaming. So as some of you implicitly suggest, why bother about better if you are happy with what you have? (True)
• That having said, “Honestly, if you enjoy spinning CDs, then get a CDT to complement your DAC and Streaming setup” is a valid comment. But then, of course, the CDT has to be on a similar level as the streamer, otherwise I am afraid it won’t be used. Not sure what that will cost me.
• Twenty years ago my CD-player was high end with a tube, but has a weak/cheap transport that has been fixed too many times (not a laser or belt problem). The player is also outdated now and I am done with the repairs. In those days the Audio Aero company was highly regarded but doesn’t exist anymore.
• The Shanling (ET3) is on my radar, just like Teac PD 505t. The other suggestions I will check. If I still want one I agree that it may be safer to buy new than vintage. I prefer a front loader in my audio rack, which the Shanling isn't.
• Oh yes, as for the physical audio exercise advice, I ‘forgot’ to mention that I have a great turntable and phono stage. My turntable is in the living room and 1000+ LPs are in the basement. So ample opportunity to exercise and stay in good shape!

• Thanks again for all the great suggestions!

OP... "Twenty years ago my CD-player was high end with a tube, but has a weak/cheap transport that has been fixed too many times (not a laser or belt problem). The player is also outdated now and I am done with the repairs..."

Sounds exactly like my old Sonic Frontiers CD Player... tubed... warm, not detailed... repair once every year or 18 months. 

@ghdprentice What did you do? You kept it or threw it in the bin?

I think I traded it in one a more contemporary player. Trade in's are often a way a dealer can give you a discount that doesn't show up on and invoice.