This cart came very well packed.  All the pieces were included.  It took two of us to put it together.  It took about 3 hours.  It would be very difficult for one person to do it.  The instructions were easy to understand.  The only reason that I gave it 4 stars is because the holes on the top did not line up with the braces provided (we even turned it around to make sure we didn't mess up).  The top is just sitting on top until I can contact wayfair.  I bought the black with a stainless top and it looks very nice.