Will this grille require primer before painting?

Sand the surface lightly to create tooth for paint adhesion, then apply your choice of primer and topcoat. Polyurethane accepts most standard automotive paints — no special prep beyond a clean, scuffed surface.

Do I need hardware to install this, and what kind?

Installation hardware not confirmed with this kit — dry-fit the assembly against your existing fascia first to verify alignment and attachment points, then source fasteners or adhesive based on your mounting location.

Is this one solid piece or does it really come as five separate sections?

It ships as five individual grille pieces — this gives you flexibility to remove, adjust, or replace any single section without disturbing the others, and makes handling easier during installation.