Overlanders' Handbook, grab it!
Get right now Overlanders' Handbook, by fellow Chris Scott. Really, really good, tons of great info.
BTW, I was wondering about electronics and reliability in newer Toyotas until I talked to several drivers in Egypt 1 month ago: 1) 2nd hand Toyota Hiace D4D, 562.000 kms "any problem?" "No, no problem, every day, new car"; b) NEW 2010 Toyota Hiace D4D: "Everyday, 1000 kms and not a problem. Now, 500.000kms on the clock, I expect as usual to reach 1 to 1,5 million easily". Not bad, um? I only forgot to ask if they placed a good fuel filter to protect the common rail engine (I guess they did).
I'm no expert at all, but IMHO, I wouldn't go for a Pinzgauer or similar if you can get a more confortable/reliable piece of Japanese engineering.
PS: Your wife might not read "we have two dogs as well as my wife" in that order... 
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