Well, even PA is not quite that silly. Since the DMV objected to "She pointed to my mirrors, fog lights, and bumper guard" did you consider just unbolting them and taking the car back? Then, it matches the picture, you get your plates and you bolt the accessories back on.
Back in NJ in 1967, I had a small motorcycle and a "motorcycle learner's permit". To get my license, I had to drive 30 miles on major highways to the correct testing site to drive around the course and put my bike up on the kickstand. Then, I drove home with my license. Silliness in government is not a new thing.